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KY city may seize land to protect drinking water supply from massive data center
News ClipLexington Herald Leader·Ashland, Boyd County, KY

KY city may seize land to protect drinking water supply from massive data center

Ashland officials are considering using eminent domain to seize land for a proposed $12 billion data center in Northeastern Kentucky. The city aims to protect its vital Ohio River drinking water intake system, which runs through the 500-acre site. Negotiations with the property owner, Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., for access to the infrastructure have stalled, while Rubix Data Centers seeks to develop the site.

9/2/2026
City of Ashland considering eminent domain for AK Steel property amid data center proposal
News ClipWOWK 13 News·Ashland, Boyd County, KY

City of Ashland considering eminent domain for AK Steel property amid data center proposal

The City of Ashland, Kentucky, is exploring the use of eminent domain to acquire a former AK Steel property that is also being considered by Rubix Data Centers for development. The city aims to protect critical raw water intake facilities located on the property. No definitive action has been taken yet, but the city views the infrastructure as vital to the community.

9/1/2026