Smith Mountain Lake levels, data center impacts addressed

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger and Secretary of Natural and Historic Resources David Bulova convened with state and local leaders at Smith Mountain Lake to address growing concerns over drought conditions and their potential impacts on water resources. The meeting, held in Moneta, focused on encouraging Virginians to conserve water as the state experiences a worsening drought.

Secretary Bulova specifically addressed the implications of data center development on water levels and availability during the Smith Mountain Lake Association's annual meeting. The discussions highlighted the need for sustainable water management strategies in the face of increasing demands from both environmental changes and industrial growth.