Data Center Leaks 3 Million Gallons as Oklahoma Faces Severe Drought
Summary
A data center in El Reno, Oklahoma, lost over 3 million gallons of water due to a broken private water line connected to a fire hydrant. This leak caused water pressure problems and service disruptions during a severe drought in the state, leading city officials to condemn the property and consider legal action against the owner.Key Facts
- The leak was traced to a private fire hydrant connected to the data center's water line.
- Over 3 million gallons of water leaked before the problem was fixed.
- El Reno experienced low water pressure and had to close schools and government offices temporarily.
- The site is owned by Athlon BT, a company that builds AI storage and bitcoin mining data centers.
- Construction on the facility began in 2021, but a stop-work order was issued in June 2023 due to safety and permit violations.
- The city believes the data center may have operated without proper approval, which is under investigation.
- City officials said residents will not pay for the leak costs and plan legal steps to recover expenses from the owner.
- The leak happened amid one of the worst droughts in Oklahoma, with the state facing severe and extreme drought conditions.
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