Granbury Residents Battle Noise Pollution from Bitcoin Mining, Seek Incorporation
Residents of Granbury, Texas, are battling noise pollution from a nearby MARA Holdings Bitcoin mining facility, leading to a rise in conflicts and health complaints. The community is fighting back, with plans to incorporate as Mitchell Bend to gain authority over noise regulations.
In October 2024, a group of Granbury residents took legal action against MARA Holdings, alleging that constant noise from the Bitcoin mining operations has caused emotional, psychological, sensory, and physical health issues. Despite the company's efforts to mitigate noise, including constructing a 2,000-foot soundproof wall and upgrading cooling systems, residents report persistent noise levels near state limits.
Extended exposure to industrial noise from Bitcoin mining has been linked to various health concerns, such as disrupted sleep, elevated stress, and an increased risk of heart-related conditions. In response, rural Hood County residents have launched an initiative to 'restore peace' by voting on the creation of the city of Mitchell Bend. If approved, incorporation would grant the community authority to enact a noise ordinance, compelling the mining facility to reduce its disruptive operations.
The noise battle between Granbury residents and MARA Holdings' Bitcoin mining facility continues, with residents seeking legal recourse and political action to mitigate the health impacts of constant noise pollution. MARA Holdings has defended its operations, sending a letter to the county judge requesting the invalidation of the ballot measure. The outcome of the Mitchell Bend incorporation vote and the ongoing lawsuit will determine the future of noise regulations in the area.
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