Despite concerns, central Utah residents mostly welcome new data center
News Clip2:20FOX 13 News Utah·Delta, Millard County, UT·5/6/2026
Residents in central Utah, specifically Delta, mostly welcome a large data center campus currently under construction. While some express concerns about water usage and the potential for population growth, many see the project as a source of jobs and an economic boost for local businesses.
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The video highlights a massive data center campus under construction in central Utah, specifically near Delta, where residents generally express a welcoming attitude despite some environmental concerns. Local residents, including Jeffrey and Andy, acknowledge the significant scale of the project, which involves a 20-million-square-foot facility being built approximately 10 miles outside Delta.
While there are discussions among residents about potential impacts on water resources and an anticipated increase in population, many, including those gathered at the Rancher Cafe, view the data center as a positive development. They anticipate the creation of numerous jobs and a significant boost to the local economy, suggesting that such large-scale data center developments are inevitable and beneficial for the region.