Infrastructure
Powering Business Operations with Reliable Utilities and Global Access
Leading employers benefit from Mesa’s resilient infrastructure, including reliable power, citywide fiber, and a 100-year assured water supply certified by the State of Arizona. Mesa’s multimodal transportation system is anchored by three regional airports and supported by direct access to Loop 101, Loop 202, and US-60, enabling efficient domestic and international business operations.
Mesa prioritizes infrastructure resilience through long-term planning, redundancy, and coordinated investment across utilities and transportation systems. These conditions reduce operational risk and support consistent service delivery for businesses with varying infrastructure demands. From energy-intensive manufacturing to data-driven operations, Mesa offers an environment built for dependable performance.
Market Access
Mesa’s location within the Phoenix–Mesa–Chandler metropolitan area provides businesses with direct access to one of the fastest-growing markets in the U.S., supporting efficient connections to customers, suppliers, labor, and global trade networks across the Southwest and beyond.
Strategic Regional Connectivity
Mesa is served by an extensive and highly redundant freeway and highway network that supports regional mobility and freight movement. Loop 101 runs along Mesa’s western boundary, while Loop 202 forms an internal loop connecting major employment and population centers. US 60 and SR 87 intersect within Mesa, providing east–west and north–south access, with proximity to Interstates 10, 17, and 8, as well as State Routes 51, 74, 85, and 88, linking Mesa to California, Mexico, and statewide markets. State Route 24 continues to extend east, strengthening connections into Pinal County and emerging growth areas. Businesses benefit from one-day trucking access to major Western U.S. markets and cross-border trade corridors.
International & Domestic Air Access
Mesa benefits from a unique three-airport system that forms the foundation of a regional aerotropolis, supporting passenger travel, air cargo, aerospace operations, and logistics-intensive business activity:
- Mesa Gateway Airport offers commercial service to more than 45 destinations across the U.S. and Canada, three long runways (10,400’, 10,200’, and 9,300’) capable of handling the world’s largest aircraft, and on-site U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The airport includes more than 500 acres of developable land and access to incentives such as Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) and Military Reuse Zone (MRZ) benefits. The adjacent SkyBridge Arizona development provides 360 acres of aviation-oriented industrial and commercial space with direct airfield access.
- Falcon Field Airport, owned and operated by the City of Mesa, is one of the nation’s most active general aviation airports, supporting corporate aviation, aerospace, and defense activity with over 750 based aircraft, dual runways, and immediate hangar availability.
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, located minutes from Mesa, is one of the nation’s busiest international hubs, providing extensive domestic and global passenger and cargo service.
Rail, Freight & Multimodal Mobility
Mesa businesses have access to regional rail infrastructure operated by Union Pacific and BNSF Railway, both of which maintain intermodal facilities in the Phoenix–Mesa metro area supporting container and trailer service. Planned investments, including the PIRATE rail spur project in Southeast Mesa, a public-private initiative led by Union Pacific, will extend Class I rail service directly into key industrial areas, enhancing site competitiveness for manufacturing, logistics, and distribution users.
Public transit connectivity is provided by Valley Metro, including bus service and Light Rail along a 29-mile corridor extending from north Phoenix through downtown Mesa to Gilbert Road, supporting workforce access and regional commuting options.
Utilities & Services
Mesa’s utility systems are designed to support industrial, commercial, and technology-driven operations through reliable service delivery, system redundancy, and long-term capacity planning. Public and regional utility providers coordinate to ensure operational continuity across Mesa’s employment districts.
Reliable Power & Energy Systems
Electric service in Mesa is provided through a combination of municipal and regional utility systems. The City of Mesa delivers electric service within a 5.5-square-mile Electric Service Area (ESA) centered on and including Downtown Mesa, serving more than 17,500 homes and businesses. Approximately 20 percent of the power distributed by the City is generated from renewable sources, including hydropower.
Customer-owned solar accounts for more than 1 megawatt of installed capacity within the ESA and continues to grow. Salt River Project (SRP) provides electric service to the remainder of the city, supporting a wide range of commercial, industrial, and mission-critical operations.
Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
Mesa Water Resources provides safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible water and wastewater services supported by a diverse and resilient water portfolio. Water supplies are sourced from the Salt and Verde Rivers, the Colorado River, and groundwater wells, ensuring long-term availability and system flexibility.
Wastewater is treated and reused for aquifer recharge, exchanged with agricultural users for potable water, and delivered as cooling water to the Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station, reinforcing system sustainability and operational certainty.
Broadband & Fiber Connectivity
Mesa offers access to multiple lit and dark fiber providers, supporting data-intensive operations, research activity, and technology-enabled businesses. Fiber-optic providers serving the Phoenix–Mesa metropolitan area include Alluvion Communications, Cogent Communications, Cox Communications, Crown Castle, Lumen, Salt River Project Telecom, and Zayo Fiber Solutions, providing competitive options and scalable capacity.
Natural Gas Access
The City of Mesa provides natural gas service to more than 75,000 homes and businesses across two service territories. The City service territory covers approximately 90 square miles within Mesa and surrounding areas, while the Magma service territory extends over 235 square miles in southeast Maricopa and Pinal Counties. Southwest Gas provides natural gas service to approximately 35 square miles within the city, supporting manufacturing, processing, and energy-dependent operations.