A QTS data center in Georgia consumed 30 million gallons of water through unauthorized 'unbilled' pipes over 15 months, making it the county's largest water consumer most months — all while residents experienced low water pressure. County officials declined to fine the facility, citing QTS as a major customer and necessary economic partner. This reflects a broader pattern of data centers' surging water demands as AI infrastructure expands nationwide, raising questions about environmental accountability and utility disclosure requirements.