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Key Separation Guidelines for Data Center Locations

When planning a data center, safety and risk mitigation are just as crucial as power and connectivity. One critical aspect often overlooked is maintaining recommended separation distances from man-made elements that could pose operational, environmental, or security hazards.

Here are some guidelines for minimum safe distances to consider during site selection:

🔴 80 km — Nuclear Power Plants

🔶 8 km — Airports, Chemical Plants, Conventional Power Plants, Grain Elevators

🟡 5 km — Radio/TV Transmitters, Research Labs, Radar Installations, Embassies

🟢 3.2 km — Canals, Harbors & Ports, Dams & Reservoirs, Sewage Treatment Plants

🔵 1.6 km — Gas Stations, Railroads, Water Towers, Auto Body Paint Shops

These distances help safeguard against disruptions, contamination, or restricted access zones, ensuring long-term site stability and operational resilience.

Note: Always align with local regulations, environmental assessments, and future urban development plans when evaluating proximity risks.

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