Haskell County data center workforce housing
Last updated 2026-10-19 · Facts as published by the sources listed below. We are not affiliated with this project.
Project facts
| Location | Haskell area, Haskell County · Big Country (Abilene area) |
|---|---|
| Hub | CTS Lonestar – Maverick Workforce Hub, a private campus for authorized construction personnel [1] |
| Site | About 300 acres [1] |
| Capacity | Up to 4,000 beds, phased [1] |
| Phases | First 500 beds (Feb 14); 704 beds plus core complex (Apr 14) [1] |
| Services | Commercial kitchen and dining, laundry, housekeeping, recreation [1] |
Where crews live today
The hub
Private and not open to the public; for authorized construction personnel and project partners. [1]
Haskell and nearby towns
Small towns with limited lodging.
Abilene
About an hour south, where RV and cottage rates were already high in 2026.
Option 3: own your beds
Hotels, RV parks, and operator camps are all rentals. The third option is to own crew units on land you lease or buy near the work, then move or resell them at the end. Three things decide whether it works:
Land
A level, drained site with truck access for 16 ft wide loads. Leased ranch or industrial land near the gate is common.
Permits: city vs. county
Outside city limits, Haskell County has more limited zoning power, but on-site sewage facilities (septic) need permits under TCEQ rules administered locally, subdivision or plat rules can apply, and fire and road access still matter. Housing three or more workers for more than three days can also trigger a TDHCA Migrant Labor Housing Facility license in some cases; ask counsel how it applies to your crew.
Utilities
Water (city, well, or hauled), wastewater (sewer, septic, or holding tanks), and power service sized for every room’s PTAC and water heater. See what a camp needs.
Cost comparison
| Option | Published cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel at the GSA Haskell County (standard rate) rate | $113 / night ≈ $3,435 / month per worker | Federal FY2027 lodging rate; actual rates rise with demand |
| Operator camp | Contract rate per bed | Often bundled services and multi-year minimums |
| Owned crew units | Run the calculator | Units, freight and set, site work, minus resale. See cost per bed |
Planning mix
- Sub crew of 40: 8 × 5-bed crew units
- Catered crew of 70: 10 × 7-room sleepers
Units: 16×76 5-Bed, 5-Bath Crew Unit (Shared Kitchen)16×76 5-Room Sleeper (No Kitchen)7-Room High-Density Sleeper16×76 4-Suite Unit (Four Full Kitchens)
Delivery
Haskell is about 269 miles from Seguin, TX in a straight line; road miles are longer. Units travel as 16 ft wide oversize loads with permits. Delivery lead time depends on whether units are in stock or need a build slot. Ask us for a current timeline to Haskell County.
Common questions
How many beds is the Maverick Workforce Hub?
Up to 4,000 beds at full deployment on about 300 acres, delivered in phases, per the hub developer.
Is the Haskell hub open to the public?
No. It is a private campus for authorized construction personnel and project partners.
How fast can crew units be set up near Haskell County?
Units can be delivered once pads, access, and utilities are ready, and site work usually sets the schedule. Lead times depend on stock and build slots; ask us for a current timeline.
Can I own crew housing near Haskell County instead of renting?
Yes, if you can lease or buy land and permit it. Compare owning with hotels at the GSA rate ($113 a night) in the break-even calculator.
Sources
- Mammoth Industries, “Latest Texas Data Center Development” (CTS Lonestar – Maverick Workforce Hub project page) (checked Oct 19, 2026)
Last updated 2026-10-19. Figures are as published by each source on the date shown; re-check before you budget.
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