Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to the Antelope Data Campus FAQ page. This resource provides clear, verified information regarding our site planning, economic impact, resource management, and development timeline in Iron County. If you have a specialized inquiry not addressed below, please reach out to our team.
General Project Overview
What is the Antelope Data Campus?
The Antelope Data Campus is a turn-key, master-planned infrastructure ecosystem designed to support high-density compute operations and multi-generational scalability. Developed by Pronghorn Development, the project combines utility readiness, robust transportation access, and rigorous environmental stewardship to anchor Southern Utah’s long-term prosperity.
Where is the project located?
The campus is situated along West Antelope Springs Road in Iron County, Utah, approximately 15 miles northwest of Cedar City. We specifically selected this location because it provides advanced infrastructure in an established industrial development corridor, with no residential neighborhoods within several miles of the site.
How large is the project site, and what is the master plan?
The campus spans approximately 640 acres and is designed for modular, phased growth. The complete engineering master plan features:
- Up to five planned specialized technological facilities.
- Approximately 1.35 million square feet of operational space per building.
- Approximately 300 MW of planned power capacity per building.
- Underground power infrastructure and large, bundled fiber utility corridors.
Economic & Workforce Impact
What are the projected job creation numbers?
The campus will serve as a massive Iron County job creator and stabilizing economic engine for the regional workforce:
- Construction Infrastructure: The development lifecycle will generate and support a total of 11,345 jobs (including 6,808 direct roles).
- Long-Term Operations: Once live, the campus will sustain a total of 1,802 long-term roles (including 672 direct, permanent on-site positions).
What are the average wages for campus roles?
We are deeply committed to providing livable, family-sustaining career alternatives for Iron County residents:
- Direct operational roles feature an average wage of $88,000.
- Specialized technical, systems engineering, software development, and management positions range from $108,900 to $128,000.
How does this project support local workers displaced by recent industrial closures?
Recent industrial shifts, including the closure of the Genpak manufacturing plant and the suspension of Utah Iron mining operations, underscore the need for forward-looking economic diversification. The Antelope Data Campus brings high-paying, stable careers to the region that are insulated from global commodity fluctuations, allowing local families to remain and thrive right here in Iron County.
What pathways are being established for local students?
We want local residents to be first in line for these high-tech opportunities. In coordination with Talent Ready Utah, we plan to establish specialized curriculum incentives before we open our doors. Furthermore, we intend to collaborate directly with Southern Utah University (SUU), Utah Tech University, and Southwest Technical College (Southwest Tech) to build friction-free pipelines, stackable credentials, and direct career paths as soon as the Antelope Data Campus begins operations.
What is the projected tax impact for Iron County?
Over its first 20 years of operation, the campus is projected to generate more than $1.2 billion in total tax revenue for Iron County. This creates a stable, long-term funding mechanism for local schools, public infrastructure, and public safety without increasing the tax burden on local homeowners.
What is the broader fiscal impact on the State of Utah?
In its first decade alone, the campus is expected to contribute nearly $1.2 billion in Utah state tax revenue while supporting an annual combined construction and operations GDP impact of over $2.8 billion within the state.
Environmental Stewardship & Water Use
What is the campus water conservation strategy?
We maintain a strict commitment to regional sustainability, striving for zero net impact on municipal demand and full adherence to groundwater management plans. Today’s advanced engineering and technological design allow us to cool and maintain the campus using a fraction of the water that similar large-scale infrastructure projects have traditionally required.
Our strategy relies on repurposing valid, existing regional water rights rather than seeking to expand total water draw.
Can you break down the water usage by phase?
- Phase 1 (Construction): Uses 10 to 20 acre-feet of water annually over a roughly 20-year period strictly for site preparation, soil compaction, and dust control.
- Phase 2 (System Fill): Requires a one-time allocation of 8 acre-feet of water (added gradually in 1.5 acre-foot increments) to fill our closed-loop system. This water is recycled and reused indefinitely.
- Phase 3 (Ongoing Operations): Consumes just 12.75 acre-feet of water annually, primarily for restrooms, break rooms, and daily use by our 672 on-site personnel.
How does the campus’s annual operational water use compare to local metrics?
Our entire annual operational water footprint (12.75 acre-feet) is conservative. It is equivalent to:
- 25.5 single-family homes in Cedar City for one year
- 3 acres of standard local alfalfa irrigation for one year
- 25 days of irrigation for a single Southern Utah golf course
Where exactly will the project’s water shares come from?
To protect local water systems, our primary objective is to procure sufficient existing water shares from the Escalante Valley (Basin 71) and transfer them directly to the Cedar Valley Water Conservancy. This ensures we are creating zero new demand and are not transferring water volume out of the Cedar Valley (Basin 73).
Visual Planning & Aesthetics
How will the campus visually integrate into the Iron County landscape?
We believe that infrastructure should integrate with the land, not dominate it. The campus features strict height and profile restrictions to ensure our structures stay below natural ridgelines, preserving the vast views of the West Antelope Springs landscape. Additionally, all buildings will be finished with earth-toned materials to blend smoothly into the surrounding topography.
What lighting standards are being implemented to protect the night sky?
We utilize advanced, fully shielded, downward-facing lighting systems engineered to completely eliminate skyglow. We are deeply committed to preserving the region’s pristine dark skies and protecting the stargazing integrity of nearby recreational areas, national and state parks, and regional vistas. By proactively managing our lighting footprint, we ensure our operations respect Southern Utah’s world-renowned night landscapes.
What type of noise control measures are in place?
The campus layout includes generous physical setbacks from public corridors, specialized building enclosures, and integrated acoustic sound-dampening systems. Our operations are designed to remain whisper-quiet, maintaining the tranquil character of the open Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands adjacent to the site.
Contact & Legal Information
Who is developing this project and owns the digital assets?
The project is being developed by Pronghorn Development. The domain antelopecampus.info, along with all published texts, architectural concepts, data, and social media channels, is the exclusive copyrighted property of Pronghorn Development.
How can I get in touch with the team or submit a public comment?
We welcome community dialogue. You can send an inquiry directly via our website’s contact page or through the official channels listed in the footer below.
