Data Centers in West Virginia
West Virginia is home to 9 data center facilities totaling 714 MW of capacity. 3 projects are under construction or planned.Explore the full breakdown of water usage, noise, tax incentives, and upcoming construction below.
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All Facilities in West Virginia (9)
| Facility | Status | Capacity | Water-cooled | Noise | Tax incentives |
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West Virginia Data Center 4 Unknown | Operating | 123 MW | No | moderate | Yes |
West Virginia Data Center 3 Unknown | Operating | 115 MW | No | low | Yes |
West Virginia Data Center 7 Unknown | Operating | 110 MW | Yes | high | No |
West Virginia Data Center 2 Unknown | Planned | 102 MW | Yes | moderate | No |
West Virginia Data Center 6 Unknown | Operating | 98 MW | No | low | No |
West Virginia Data Center 9 Unknown | Operating | 75 MW | Yes | moderate | Yes |
West Virginia Data Center 5 Unknown | Planned | 50 MW | Yes | low | Yes |
West Virginia Data Center 8 Unknown | Under Construction | 31 MW | No | high | No |
West Virginia Data Center 1 Unknown | Operating | 10 MW | Yes | high | Yes |
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5 of 9 data center facilities in West Virginia use water-based cooling, drawing an estimated 0 gallons per day combined. Water-cooled facilities rely on evaporative cooling towers, which can place strain on local water supplies — particularly during drought conditions. Residents near these sites may want to monitor local water utility reports and conservation measures.
Tax incentives for data centers in West Virginia
5 facilities in West Virginia receive local or state tax incentives. These incentives — often property tax abatements, sales tax exemptions on equipment, or utility rate discounts — are used to attract data center investment. Residents should understand how these agreements affect local tax revenue, school funding, and public services.
Noise impact from data centers in West Virginia
3 facilities in West Virginia are classified as high-noise sites, where cooling fans, HVAC systems, and backup generators may be audible from nearby homes. An additional 3 are rated moderate. Residents living within a few hundred feet of these facilities should be aware of potential low-frequency hum, especially at night when ambient noise is lower.
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