Leola Data Center

Data Center Signal is tracking 4 clips about Leola Data Center data center developments across 1 states, including SD.

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News ClipSDPB·Leola, McPherson County, SD

South Dakota PUC approves power provider for Leola data center; county permit still pending

A proposed crypto currency mining data center in Leola, South Dakota, has secured Montana-Dakota Utilities as its electrical provider with approval from the state Public Utilities Commission. However, the project still requires a conditional use permit from McPherson County, which recently deferred action. Political candidates are also advocating for a statewide moratorium on data center projects.

electricity zoning moratorium

9/9/2026

News ClipSDPB·Leola, McPherson County, SD

Leola Data Center electricity to be served by MDU; next faces county permitting

A proposed cryptocurrency mining data center in Leola, South Dakota, secured approval from the state Public Utilities Commission to receive electricity from Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU). However, the project now faces significant hurdles at the county level, as McPherson County recently deferred action on its conditional use permit. The project, expected to use 50 Megawatts, also comes amid broader discussions in the state about data center moratoriums and electricity rate protections.

electricity zoning moratorium government

9/9/2026

News ClipSDPB·Leola, McPherson County, SD

McPherson County Planning Board Tables Vote on Leola Data Center Amid Opposition

The McPherson County Planning and Zoning Board has deferred action on a conditional use permit for the proposed 50-megawatt Leola Data Center in north central South Dakota. The decision was postponed pending financial contribution agreements with the company, as the project faces community pushback over water and power usage concerns.

zoning opposition environmental government

9/8/2026

News ClipThe Dakota Scout·Leola, McPherson County, SD

McPherson County officials want legal assurances on data center pledges$

The McPherson County Planning and Zoning Board deferred action on a conditional use permit for the proposed 50-megawatt Leola Data Center. The board postponed the vote pending legal agreements regarding financial contributions from the company for local schools and first responders. The data center is planned for about 9 acres and would use water equivalent to a four-person household.

zoning government electricity water

9/7/2026