A 33,000-square-foot United Parcel Service distribution center expected to employ about 100 people is under construction in Pevely.
The construction site is at 8921 Weier Road near the Mr. Fuel Travel Center south of Hwy. Z.
“At this time, the facility is scheduled to open around the end of 2022, beginning of 2023,” UPS spokeswoman Karen Tomaszewski Hill said Tuesday in a written statement. She said the location was chosen because of growth in the region.
“Pevely was chosen based on volume growth, including the Crystal City, Farmington and Union areas,” she said.
Pevely City Administrator Andy Hixson said the UPS facility will be a welcome addition to the city.
“We’re always excited about a new business coming to town,” Hixson said. “It should be a substantial building. We’re just really excited to see it open.”
Adam Mitchell, the Pevely building official, said he believes the impact of the business will stretch beyond the city.
“I think it’s going to be great for the community,” Mitchell said. “It will bring a lot of jobs to town. It’s going to be great for the whole area.”