Infrastructure
Infrastructure
At River Ridge Commerce Center, infrastructure isn’t just a check-the-box item. It’s a competitive advantage.
Every site at River Ridge is connected to a complete industrial utility network that supports large-scale users from the start. With water, power, fiber, roads, sanitary sewer, and natural gas already in place, this park was built to meet the demands of modern manufacturing, logistics, and technology. The River Ridge Development Authority manages key infrastructure directly, which means faster answers, better coordination, and fewer delays.
Electric service at River Ridge is provided by Duke Energy, with multiple on-site substations already in place to support advanced manufacturing, logistics, food and beverage, and technology operations. For projects requiring additional capacity, dedicated substations can be developed in partnership with the River Ridge Development Authority and utility providers.
River Ridge operates its own water infrastructure, giving businesses direct access to a reliable, scalable supply. The current system supports up to 6 million gallons per day, with capacity engineered to expand alongside future industrial demand. This on-site control ensures both responsiveness and efficiency for companies with high-volume or specialized water needs.
Natural gas service is provided by CenterPoint Energy (Vectren), and sewer infrastructure is fully integrated into the park’s utility system. High-speed fiber from multiple providers, including AT&T and Spectrum, supports businesses with advanced connectivity needs. Bandwidth is scalable for data-heavy operations.
River Ridge features more than 26 miles of industrial-grade internal roads. These routes provide direct access to every development site and are built to accommodate heavy truck traffic. The road system also connects seamlessly to Commerce Center entrances and nearby state highways and interstates, reducing transport time and internal congestion.
Several sites at River Ridge offer direct rail access via OmniTRAX, providing seamless short line service to broader freight networks. Just minutes away, the Ports of Indiana–Jeffersonville offers barge access to the Ohio River and international shipping routes. These multimodal capabilities support bulk shipments, container freight, and oversized loads with efficiency and reliability.
Infrastructure Investment That Keeps Growing
In 2024 alone, the River Ridge Development Authority invested more than $20 million in roads, water infrastructure, sanitary sewer collection, and stormwater systems. This includes $12 million contributions to upgrades at the Jeffersonville and Charlestown wastewater treatment plants. These improvements support current tenants and ensure the Commerce Center is ready to meet the needs of future large-scale users.
Operational Readiness From Day One
Because the River Ridge Development Authority manages key utilities like water and internal roads, companies avoid long permitting delays and third-party gridlock. Projects move faster, construction timelines are more predictable, and the operational ramp-up is smoother.
