Judge Huckabee says Erath County officials seeking more info on rumored data center.
Erath County officials are investigating rumors that a data center is coming to the county, though they have not yet had direct contact with a developer. Erath County Judge Brandon Huckabee stated the county is seeking more information and will be transparent with the public, vowing to protect the land and citizens. The rumor involves Viridian Power Development LLC allegedly purchasing 300 acres for the project, amid general public concerns about data centers' impact on utility costs, environmental resources, and quality of life.
Erath County Judge Brandon Huckabee has confirmed that county officials are investigating rumors about a potential data center development in the area, although they have not yet received any official contact from a landowner or developer regarding such a project.
According to Judge Huckabee, citizens have brought the rumors to the county's attention, prompting officials to seek more information on the purported development. He emphasized the county's commitment to transparency should a project be formally presented and stated that officials would utilize all available legal measures to safeguard Erath County's land and residents. The circulating rumor suggests that Viridian Power Development LLC has acquired 300 acres of land at the intersection of County Road 403 and County Road 406 for the project.
Public sentiment regarding data centers includes concerns over their potential impact on local utility costs, environmental resources, and overall neighborhood quality of life. "Beneath the Surface News" reported that it will continue to follow the story as it develops.