Hill Country Data Center Plans Raise Water And Power Questions
Proposals near the Hays–Guadalupe county line have drawn scrutiny over water demand, wastewater, noise and tax benefits.
A cluster of proposed data centers near York Creek, along the Hays–Guadalupe county line, has prompted questions about water availability and wastewater disposal. Reporting by the San Antonio Express-News describes a request involving hundreds of thousands of gallons per day and residents asking the local utility to scrutinize the impact. Supporters point to jobs and tax revenue; opponents question whether water and electric infrastructure can absorb the demand. These proposals are not in Horseshoe Bay, but the debate is relevant to communities across the Hill Country.
Source: Official information / source reporting. Original summary by Horseshoe Bay Now. Published November 4, 2026.