Jack County commissioners consider new 940-acre data center project, but some residents have worries
Jack County commissioners are considering a new 940-acre data center project. Residents are expressing concerns about potential air, water, and noise pollution, and a vote is scheduled for Monday.
A heated debate over data centers is unfolding in Jack County, Texas, as county commissioners consider a new project.
The proposed data center could span up to 940 acres in the southeastern part of the county. According to a commissioner's court agenda, the facility is intended to help generate more electricity. However, local residents have voiced significant worries regarding potential air, water, and noise pollution. They also complain about a lack of clear answers regarding the exact scale of the project.
The vote on the data center project is scheduled for Monday.