Commissioners press for water-use projections; wells prohibited for data centers
Jun 3, 2026
Jun 3, 2026
The draft rules prohibit using private wells as a data‑center water source, require applicants to submit daily and peak water‑use projections and place responsibility on applicants for any required utility upgrades.
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A focal point of the June 3 discussion was water supply and the possibility a high‑use data center could strain local wells or water systems.
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