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How much water do AI data centers in Vernon Parish use and where does it come from?

AI data center cooling water needs in Vernon Parish are typically met from a mix of groundwater (Sparta, Carrizo-Wilcox, or Mississippi River alluvial aquifers depending on the parish) and treated surface water. Large hyperscale campuses generally seek Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) water withdrawal permits at the 1–10 MGD range. No public AI data center projects have yet been announced in this jurisdiction; eligibility and requirements below reflect Louisiana statewide statute and standard utility practice.

Vernon Parish at a glance
Region
Southwest
Parish seat
Leesville
Dominant utility
BECI / Cleco
Tracked projects
0

Frequently asked

How much water do AI data centers in Vernon Parish use and where does it come from?

AI data center cooling water needs in Vernon Parish are typically met from a mix of groundwater (Sparta, Carrizo-Wilcox, or Mississippi River alluvial aquifers depending on the parish) and treated surface water. Large hyperscale campuses generally seek Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) water withdrawal permits at the 1–10 MGD range. No public AI data center projects have yet been announced in this jurisdiction; eligibility and requirements below reflect Louisiana statewide statute and standard utility practice.

Which utility serves AI data centers in Vernon Parish?

Electric service in Vernon Parish is led by BECI / Cleco. Project-by-project serving-utility confirmation runs through the Louisiana Public Service Commission docket process. The parish seat for Vernon Parish is Leesville.

How many AI data center projects are tracked in Vernon Parish today?

Zero publicly announced AI data center projects are currently tracked in Vernon Parish. New filings, permits, or utility load applications would surface here within hours of being indexed.

Where can I see the full project list for Vernon Parish?

The complete Vernon Parish project list with source citations lives at louisianai.com/parishes/vernon-parish. Each project links to its primary public filings.

Other Vernon Parish angles

Source-cited project profiles for Vernon Parish live at /parishes/vernon-parish.