FAIRFIELD COUNTY, S.C. — Fairfield County Economic Development has announced the acquisition of the remaining property needed to fully assemble the Peach Road Industrial Site, creating a 462.3-acre master-planned industrial park designed to support long-term economic growth, job creation, and new capital investment in the region.
With full site control now secured, Fairfield County can move forward with a coordinated development strategy that includes infrastructure planning, site due diligence, and targeted recruitment of high-value industries.
“This acquisition represents a significant milestone in our long-term economic development strategy,” said Ann Broadwater, Director of Economic Development for Fairfield County. “By securing full control of the site, we are creating a competitive, development-ready product that meets the needs of modern industry and positions Fairfield County to successfully compete for high-quality investment.”
Strategically located at the corner of Devils Race Track Road and Peach Road, the industrial site sits approximately one-quarter mile from U.S. Highway 321 and 3.5 miles from Interstate 77, offering strong regional and interstate connectivity. The location is expected to appeal to advanced manufacturing, distribution and logistics, and light industrial operations.
“This acquisition represents a long-term investment in Fairfield County’s future,” said Vic Carpenter, Fairfield County Administrator. “The site positions our community to attract quality jobs, strengthen our tax base, and compete for transformative economic opportunities.”
A unique advantage of the Peach Road Industrial Site is its location within Fairfield Electric Cooperative’s service territory, making it the only industrial site in the county with access to that provider. Prospective companies will have the flexibility to choose between locating within Fairfield Electric Cooperative’s territory or Dominion Energy’s service area based on operational and energy needs.
The park is expected to accommodate a variety of project sizes and facility configurations, giving employers flexibility as they evaluate expansion or relocation opportunities.
“We are proud to support the county on this industrial site,” said Bruce Bacon, CEO of Fairfield Electric Cooperative. “This is a significant step forward in strengthening economic development opportunities within our service territory, and we look forward to continuing to work alongside Fairfield County to help attract investment, create jobs, and support long-term growth for the communities we serve.”
“We are excited about the future of Fairfield County,” said Clarence Gilbert, Chairman of Fairfield County Council. “By partnering with Fairfield Electric Cooperative and the South Carolina Department of Commerce, we are demonstrating that we are serious about our future. Fairfield County citizens deserve our best efforts in growing and investing in our community.”
Development of the Peach Road Industrial Site reflects Fairfield County’s broader commitment to proactive economic development and strategic site readiness, helping the county remain competitive in today’s fast-moving, site-selection marketplace.
The county’s ability to assemble and advance the site was supported by utility tax credit funds from Fairfield Electric Cooperative, along with funding from the South Carolina Department of Commerce’s Site Enhancement Initiative.
