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Cameron County · South Texas

Data Centers in Harlingen, Texas

A proposed 1,800-acre data center outside Harlingen would draw millions of gallons a day of reclaimed water. The city approved a moratorium in 2026 to rework its land rules as residents raised water and power concerns.

County
Cameron County
Region
South Texas
Aquifer at risk
Gulf Coast Aquifer

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Stolen Water
Poisoned Air
Ruined Property Value

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Stolen Water

Data Centers in the Rio Grande Valley: What Harlingen and Cameron County Should Know

A deep dive into the potential water impacts of data centers in the Rio Grande Valley, focusing on Harlingen and Cameron County's unique challenges.

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