Is a Data Center Coming

Maricopa County, AZ

Tonopah Data Center Campus (491st Ave and Thomas Rd)

Operator not disclosed. Approved.

Maricopa County's Board of Supervisors approved rezoning for 638 acres near 491st Avenue and Thomas Road outside Tonopah in February 2026, clearing the way for up to nine data center buildings totaling 2.25 million square feet along with on-site solar power generation and battery energy storage.

Status
Approved
Operator
Not disclosed
Location
Near 491st Avenue and Thomas Road, Tonopah, AZ, Maricopa County, AZ (approximate, city center)
Size
MW not reported, 638 acres, 2,250,000 sq ft
Cooling
Not reported
Utility
Arizona Public Service
First reported
2026-02
Last updated
August 19, 2026

Sources

What it would mean nearby

Arizona Public Service is asking the commission for a 16.4% residential increase (2025 general rate case (docket E-01345A-25-0105)). On a $160 monthly bill that is about $22 to $30 a month.

For a noise estimate and the three distance rings, check your own address.

Other tracked projects within 25 miles

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