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Data center project · Bartow County, Georgia

Etowah River data center proposal

Proposed · A data center proposed on about 111 acres beside the Etowah River that drew a packed public hearing in July 2026.

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Status
Proposed · as of July 16, 2026
Location
Along the Etowah River near Cartersville · Bartow County
Land
111 acres
Evidence
News reports; primary records not yet obtained
Size class
50 MW or more (tracker scope)
Map position approximate, from the reported address or area. Updated Oct. 17, 2026.

Updates, newest first

  1. July 16, 2026 Neighbors filled a hearing on the plan, which still needs Bartow County Commission approval; a zoning text change with closed-loop water and on-site power conditions was also proposed. (Hoodline, July 16, 2026)

Conflicts and open questions

  • Developer and MW not reported. Hoodline credits FOX 5 Atlanta for the meeting coverage.

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