government
Proposed data center would pull from lake that supplies most of Fort Worth’s water
By Nicole Lopez at Fort Worth Report
· July 2, 2026
· 9 min read
Residents are pushing back on a proposed North Texas data center that would pull up to 5 million gallons of water a day from Cedar Creek Lake in Henderson County — the reservoir that provides most of Fort Worth ’s drinking water. Members of the public cite concerns about insufficient resources and sa
Key takeaway Details on the costs and acreage of the data center are unknown as Diode continues to evaluate sites in Henderson County, a company spokesperson said.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The proposed data center's potential impact on Fort Worth's water supply is a pressing concern for Tarrant County residents, who rely heavily on Cedar Creek Lake for their drinking water. As the fifth-largest city in Texas, Fort Worth's growth and development are closely tied to its access to reliable water sources. The city's water needs are already significant, and the addition of a data center that could pull up to 5 million gallons of water a day from the lake raises questions about the long-term sustainability of this resource. Furthermore, the potential harm to wildlife and the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer, which borders the proposed site, could have far-reaching consequences for the region's ecosystem. As the West Cedar Creek Municipal Utility District's temporary suspension on high-intensity water service commitments suggests, local authorities are taking steps to ensure the reliability of the water system, but more needs to be done to address the concerns of residents and protect the region's water supply.
About this story
Original reporting by Fort Worth Report . The Fort Worth surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit Fort Worth Report . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: government ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
Reading time: 9 min
Get more The Fort Worth stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering government and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? Residents are pushing back on a proposed North Texas data center that would pull up to 5 million gallons of water a day from Cedar Creek Lake in Henderson County — the reservoir that provides most of Fort Worth’s drinking water. Members of the public cite concerns about insufficient resources and sa
When was this published? This article was first published on July 2, 2026 by Fort Worth Report and curated for The Fort Worth readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Nicole Lopez at Fort Worth Report. To learn more about how The Fort Worth selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more government coverage from The Fort Worth, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More government →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter