Today, the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity awarded Nucor Towers & Structures, Inc., a post-performance tax reduction for its expansion in Brigham City. The corporate incentive is part of the state’s Rural Economic Development Tax Increment Financing (REDTIF) program.
As part of the agreement, Nucor projects to add 200 new, high-paying jobs and invest $204,500,000 in rural Utah during the next 10 years.
“Utah is proud to support sustainable initiatives that foster growth and opportunities for businesses and residents,” said Ryan Starks, executive director of the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity. “Companies like Nucor strengthen Utah’s infrastructure, empower local businesses, and provide lasting career opportunities that support families across our state.”
Nucor formed its Nucor Towers & Structures business unit in 2022 when it acquired Summit Utility Structures LLC, a producer of steel poles and other steel structures for utility infrastructure located in Pennsylvania. The company announced plans at that time to establish a nationwide footprint by building two new utility structure production facilities, currently under construction in Alabama and Indiana. The Utah facility will be Nucor Towers & Structures’ third new production plant, which will be highly automated, utilizing efficient straight-line production and advanced hot-dip galvanizing operations. Nucor Towers & Structures joins three other Nucor facilities in Brigham City, expanding the company’s presence in Box Elder County.
“We are well acquainted with Nucor’s quality and integrity and look forward to working with them on a fourth project within our city,” said Mayor Dennis J Bott. “Our staff has worked with Nucor, the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA), and GOEO on this project for over a year. Nucor Towers & Structures’ decision to locate in Brigham City is a validation of the positive business environment we have worked hard to cultivate. We look forward to many years of partnership with Nucor Towers & Structures.”
“This new facility marks a significant milestone for Nucor Towers & Structures as we scale up our operations to meet the growing demand for utility infrastructure in western states due to clean energy projects, transmission upgrades, and a growing population,” said Laurent De Mey, vice president and general manager of Nucor Towers & Structures. “Utah’s robust infrastructure and skilled workforce make it the ideal location for this investment. We are proud to deepen our roots in Brigham City and appreciate the partnership with local leaders.”
“Nucor’s continued investment in Brigham City and Box Elder County highlights their long-term commitment to manufacturing in Utah,” said Scott Cuthbertson, president of EDCUtah. “The company’s growing presence in northern Utah, now with multiple facilities, underscores the region’s strategic importance. Nucor’s focus on cleaner, more sustainable steel manufacturing sets a standard for innovation, and the addition of steel galvanization capabilities helps address supply chain needs within Utah’s manufacturing ecosystem.”
Tax Credit Projections
| Timeline: | 10 years |
| Jobs: | 200 |
| Wages: | $114,562,500 |
| New state tax revenue: | $8,453,683 |
| REDTIF new state tax credit: | 25% |
In addition to GOEO’s EDTIF incentive, the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA) approved an incentive to support Nucor as it expands operations in Brigham City. Approved by the UIPA board on Jan. 6, the incentive allows for a maximum 30 percent rebate of the company’s property tax liability over 25 years. This post-performance rebate supports targeted industries in UIPA project areas, encouraging significant investments in public infrastructure and driving economic growth. Businesses eligible for UIPA incentives must align with targeted industries identified by local governments and meet specific capital expenditure thresholds.
Learn more about the state’s post-performance REDTIF program here.