Google begins overhaul of first Oregon data center amid expansion in The Dalles

Google has begun partial demolition at its original data center in The Dalles, Oregon, to clear space for infrastructure upgrades. Built in 2006, the site will retain its core structure while replacing aging systems. The move follows local scrutiny over water usage and signals Google’s continued investment in the region, with two new facilities breaking ground nearby this September as Oregon tightens rules on data center energy costs.