Site Plan Framework and Development Standards
The Claremore data center project is located within an existing industrial park that has been identified by the City of Claremore for industrial growth. The site is already zoned as an Industrial Park (IP), suitable for heavy manufacturing and logistics uses, or a less dense data center use. The project is a low-impact solution to increase local tax revenue without the heavy traffic and noise associated with other industrial uses.
The Claremore data center has been designed to align with Claremore’s zoning and development standards, and the final site plans will be advanced through the City’s formal review process. Building heights will remain within the 75 foot maximum as referenced in the zoning code. The campus design prioritizes visual compatibility, maintaining the existing setting as much as possible.
Sound impacts are managed through acoustic attenuation on cooling equipment and site design that ensures operations remain well below the City’s noise thresholds. The facility is designed to never exceed permissible noise limits at the property line, comparable to the volume of a standard office conversation. This noise level represents a worst-case scenario and would only be approached should backup generators be required during a grid emergency. Testing of backup generators would occur once per month during standard business hours.
Exterior lighting will use downlighting designed to match the character of softly lit residential walkways or garden paths, minimizing light spill and preserving nighttime conditions. The project does not include onsite power generation of any kind, such as gas turbines, wind, or solar generation.
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Economic and Community Benefits
The Claremore data center will deliver meaningful, long-term economic benefits to Claremore and Rogers County. The developer will fully fund any necessary upgrades to water and wastewater systems required to support the project, enhancing regional utility capacity and long-term resiliency for the broader community.
As a major economic engine, the project is expected to generate hundreds of construction jobs during the multi-year buildout and 35 permanent positions for phase one. A Tax Incentive District (TID) will provide dedicated, long-term funding support for all applicable taxing entities, ensuring the project delivers measurable, consistent, long-term public value.
Construction activity will support hundreds of contractor jobs, utilizing local businesses for services such as electrical work, HVAC maintenance, security, landscaping, janitorial services, food service, and general building maintenance. Initial operations are expected to employ more than 35 full-time staff, with headcount increasing as additional phases are developed. Average annual salaries for operations roles are expected to be approximately $75,000, inclusive of benefits, with growth potential over time.
Community Engagement and Investment
Beale intends to be a long-term partner to the community.
Beale will partner with local education institutions to build workforce readiness programs for servicing and operating data centers, expanding its existing high-quality skilled trade programs. Leveraging our expertise in construction, skilled trades and infrastructure, Beale plans to not only develop training programs, but also support job placement, and programs are already under development. This enables us to hire as locally as possible, maximizing the economic impact of the project.
We know that what works in one place might not be what’s best for Claremore. We’ve been spending time on the ground, meeting with community stakeholders and groups to figure out how and where we can be most helpful. We’re looking for the local organizations and events that make Claremore special so that we can lend a hand in a way that truly matters. We aren’t interested in just checking a box, we want to grow alongside this community.
The Oklahoma landscape is special, and we want to help keep it that way for the next generations. We’re currently getting to know several conservation groups to see how we can best support their work. Whether it’s through memberships or partnerships, we’re committed to being good stewards of the Oklahoma environment that we share.
Power, Grid Reliability, and Ratepayer Protections
The City of Claremore, a wholesale customer of the Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA), will provide power to the project. The project includes transmission line upgrades and the construction of a new substation, all funded entirely by Beale Infrastructure. These investments will also strengthen grid reliability and resiliency for the surrounding area.
Claremore Electric’s goal is to provide customers with the highest level of service and reliability at the lowest cost. GRDA is a not-for-profit, cost-of-service public power utility, which allows it to keep rates competitive. Rate oversight is provided by the GRDA Board in public meetings to ensure rates support low-cost, reliable electric service for customers.
Water Use and Water Infrastructure
Water and wastewater services will be provided by the City of Claremore, and Beale will fully fund any required upgrades to water and wastewater infrastructure needed to support the project.
Wastewater generated by the facility will be primarily domestic in nature. Water use will be limited to operational necessities and employee health and safety, ensuring the project integrates into the City’s existing systems without placing undue pressure on local water resources.
Beale is committed to the efficient and sustainable use of water resources tailored to Claremore’s specific needs and conditions. Beale is currently evaluating two main water usage scenarios. The City of Claremore has validated that up to 1.5 million gallons per day at peak (averaging closer to 1 million gallons per day or less) could be sustainably sourced from the water system with the appropriate infrastructure upgrades. The actual usage for the site will be determined by the final cooling system selection. For context, 1 million gallons per day (MGD) is approximately 2 golf courses worth of usage.
The City of Claremore has conducted a thorough evaluation of water and wastewater infrastructure and has identified several projects that would be needed to support reliable water and wastewater service to the site while maintaining strong service to existing customers. The City recently completed its wastewater master plan earlier this year and learned that many upgrades are required to support the existing service. Contributions from the project will be able to support much needed upgrades to the existing system as well. Any upgrades required purely by the project will be 100% funded by Beale.
All wastewater discharge will be sent to the Claremore Wastewater Treatment Plant under a closely regulated Industrial Discharge Permit, which will be managed by the City of Claremore for compliance.
The project will operate under a standard service arrangement. Water and wastewater will be provided by the City of Claremore and the project will pay regular industrial rates with no special discounts.
Sustainability and Conservation
The project will be served by the City of Claremore, a wholesale customer of Grand River Dam Authority. GRDA, Oklahoma’s largest public power electric utility, provides reliable electricity from a diverse generation portfolio that includes significant renewable resources. Beale Infrastructure is also contracting for additional carbon-free energy to further support the project and accelerate the delivery of new clean energy resources into the region.
The campus is designed to achieve an industry-leading Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) and will align with energy efficiency standards such as the International Energy Conservation Code. The site features include EV-ready infrastructure, with 10 percent of parking spaces reserved for electric vehicles. Additional biodiversity and conservation measures are being evaluated in coordination with project engineers and environmental consultants.
Quality of Life and Environmental Protection
The Claremore data center project will be developed and operated under multiple layers of environmental oversight to protect community health, natural resources, and quality of life. To safeguard sensitive species and waterways, construction of the project would prioritize avoidance measures to the maximum extent possible. In addition, prior to construction all required permits related to stormwater, air quality, and wastewater will be secured from all applicable federal, state and local agencies. This includes the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality and the City of Claremore.
Regulatory agencies will conduct regular inspections throughout construction and operations, with clear enforcement authority to address any non-compliance, and a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan will be implemented to prevent sediment or contaminants from entering local waterways.
From an operational standpoint, the facility is designed for quiet, low-impact use – without heavy machinery, production noise, or continuous truck traffic – and will incorporate acoustic attenuation to ensure sound levels remain well below local thresholds and never exceed 65 decibels at the property line. The project preserves existing wetlands, waterways, and surrounding vegetation, generates minimal traffic compared to alternative development types, and places no added strain on schools or public services, delivering significant tax revenue while maintaining a low environmental and operational footprint.
Timeline
The project has no scheduled commission or council meetings at this time. When meetings are scheduled, updates will be provided on this page.