Brookwood, Alabama data center proposal faces community opposition

News Clip0:31WBRC 6 News·Brookwood, Tuscaloosa County, AL·8/14/2026

A large data center has been proposed for the Brookwood community, leading to strong opposition from neighbors who are demanding transparency and accountability from local government leaders regarding the project and permit decisions.

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Gov: Mayor of Brookwood, City of Brookwood

A massive data center has been proposed for the Brookwood community, sparking significant concern and demands for answers from local residents. Neighbors are questioning who knew what and when regarding the project, highlighting a lack of transparency from city officials.

WBRC 6 News is actively investigating the situation, having attempted to interview the mayor about the proposed development and an alleged Non-Disclosure Agreement. The news outlet is also reviewing permits and gathering community feedback, particularly from those residing near Hurricane Creek, stressing the importance of transparency when decisions could profoundly impact a community.