McClellan base closed in 2001; 25 years later, its 3,000-acre site boasts $600m in investment

Oct 17, 2026 - 13:30
McClellan base closed in 2001; 25 years later, its 3,000-acre site boasts $600m in investment

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Following its shutdown in 2001, McClellan Air Force Base prompted worries about economic decline. However, the area has been revitalized with McClellan Park, which boasts a $600 million investment and encompasses 10 million square feet of facilities. The site now functions as a public-use regional hub, enhancing local transportation and offering significant employment opportunities, while also emphasizing environmental restoration initiatives since the base's closure.

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