SpaceXAI Faces $6.1 Million in Penalties for Southaven Construction Without Water Permits
SpaceXAI is facing potential civil penalties of up to $6.1 million from the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) for allegedly violating state water pollution laws. The company, through its subsidiary MZX Tech LLC, reportedly began construction on its Southaven data center facilities without obtaining the necessary state stormwater permits. MDEQ records indicate that during a July meeting, it became apparent that construction had already commenced on approximately 30 acres of land. Following a site visit on July 16, MDEQ staff confirmed the infractions and issued two notices of violation to MZX Tech on August 10. State law mandates permits to prevent construction runoff from polluting public waters, natural habitats, and drinking water systems. The penalties could amount to $25,000 per day for each day construction continued without the required permits. SpaceXAI has acknowledged the potential fines in its SEC filings and stated it is cooperating with MDEQ to resolve the matters through a...
