Hopkinsville Mayor talks about data centers, the future of Bluegrass Splash
DarkHorse Technologies Inc. announced plans to build Project Truckstop, a data center in Hopkinsville that could use up to 50 megawatts of power. The company will fund a 65-megawatt substation through a power contract with Hopkinsville Electric System, while Mayor J.R. Knight is calling for large setbacks and careful site selection to protect nearby neighborhoods from noise.
DarkHorse Technologies Inc. plans to construct Project Truckstop, a data center in Hopkinsville, though the specific site has not been disclosed. Under a power contract with Hopkinsville Electric System, the facility could use up to 50 megawatts, while DarkHorse will finance a 65-megawatt substation and make the remaining capacity available to HES customers.
Hopkinsville Mayor J.R. Knight said future data center zoning should require substantial setbacks from residential neighborhoods because of cooling-fan noise. He also pointed to unused power capacity near the South Main Street and Clay Street corridor but said any development there would need to avoid adverse effects on residents. The interview also covered proposals for a new indoor pool and splash pad at the Bluegrass Splash site.