Residents to have their say on proposed Data Center near a state park in Glen Rose

News Clip0:24WFAA·Glen Rose, Somervell County, TX·6/16/2026

Residents in Glen Rose, Texas, are set to voice their concerns at a public meeting regarding a proposed data center in Somerville County. Local residents are worried about potential noise pollution, increased water consumption, and the impact on nearby natural attractions like Dinosaur Valley State Park and Fossil Rim Wildlife Center.

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Residents in Glen Rose, Texas, are preparing to discuss a proposed data center tonight. The development, located in Somerville County, southwest of Fort Worth, has sparked concerns among locals.

The primary worries include potential noise pollution from the facility and increased water consumption, which residents fear could negatively impact the local environment. Additionally, there are concerns about the data center's proximity to significant natural landmarks, specifically Dinosaur Valley State Park and Fossil Rim Wildlife Center.

A biologist is expected to attend tonight's meeting to address the potential impact on the dinosaur tracks located in the area, further highlighting the environmental aspects of the community's opposition.