AI Data Center Project Set to Transform Rural Utah County

substantial data center complex intended to power artificial intelligence applications is poised for development in Millard County, Utah, following an acquisition by Creekstone Energy. The project, anticipated to be the largest of its kind in the United States, represents a significant investment and potential economic shift for the sparsely populated region.

Creekstone Energy announced Thursday that it had purchased key infrastructure assets from Fibernet Mercury Delta, after Millard County commissioners approved rezoning near Delta last June. This clearance paved the way for a sprawling data center complex spanning over 1,100 acres, specifically designed to accommodate artificial intelligence processing needs.

Buford Ray Conley, CEO of Creekstone Energy, described the project as “the base layer of AI,” highlighting its potential to accelerate artificial intelligence development and competitiveness. The data center will house high-density computing units available for lease to major technology corporations, facilitating uses ranging from machine learning to business process optimization. Blue Sky AI, an artificial intelligence management platform, has already committed to occupying half of one of the planned 26 data halls.

Looking beyond the IPP’s existing resources, Creekstone intends to develop additional energy infrastructure in Millard County, including geothermal, wind, and nuclear power generation capabilities. The company also stated its intention to achieve a “net water-positive” status, aiming to produce 100 acre-feet of new water for every 100 megawatts consumed—although specific details regarding this process remain unreleased.