Data center water needs, drought and orphan wells dominate Middle Pecos meeting
The Middle Pecos Groundwater Conservation District discussed water needs related to data center development, ongoing drought conditions, numerous orphaned wells, and a subsurface leak impacting the Pecos River at its September 15 meeting. These issues highlight the environmental and resource challenges in the region.
The Middle Pecos Groundwater Conservation District held a meeting on September 15 where several critical issues were on the agenda. Key discussions centered on the significant water demands posed by new data center developments in the region. This topic was intrinsically linked to the prevailing drought conditions that continue to affect the area, raising concerns about the sustainability of water resources.
Beyond data center water usage and drought, the meeting also addressed environmental concerns related to hundreds of orphaned oil and gas wells. Additionally, a subsurface leak affecting the Pecos River was a prominent point of discussion, adding to the district's complex water management challenges.