Large-Scale Data Center Proposed for Federal Land South of Boise
A large-scale data center is proposed for federal land south of Boise, potentially dwarfing Meta's previously proposed facility.
Boise, ID, September 21, 2026 —
A significant new data center development is being proposed on federal land located south of Boise, Idaho. The scale of this proposed facility is notable, with indications that it could significantly surpass the size of a previously announced data center project by Meta Platforms.
Details regarding the specific company behind the new proposal, the exact location on the federal land, and the timeline for development have not been fully disclosed. Similarly, the precise dimensions or capacity of the proposed data center, beyond its potential to dwarf Meta’s facility, were not provided in the available information.
Meta Platforms had previously announced plans for a substantial data center in the region. The emergence of this new, potentially larger proposal suggests a growing interest in the Boise area for large-scale data infrastructure projects. The implications for local resources, infrastructure, and economic development are likely to be significant, though specific impacts remain to be detailed.
The project’s placement on federal land means that regulatory processes involving federal agencies will be a key component of its progression. Further information is anticipated as the proposal moves through any required review or permitting stages. The full scope and final footprint of the proposed data center will become clearer as more details are released by the developers or relevant authorities.
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