Bluebird Underground Springfield 6MW Data Center
Status: Operational / Active Expansion Phase | Location: 1904 N LeCompte Rd, Springfield, Missouri, 65802, USA
Project Overview
Bluebird Underground Springfield is a planned 6 MW underground data center project designed to provide secure, resilient, and energy-efficient digital infrastructure in Springfield, Missouri. The facility is expected to leverage underground construction to enhance physical security, improve protection against extreme weather events, and support stable operating conditions for mission-critical IT equipment. With 6 MW of planned power capacity, the project is positioned to serve enterprise, cloud, colocation, and high-performance computing workloads. Its underground design may also offer natural thermal advantages, potentially helping reduce cooling requirements compared with conventional above-ground facilities. The project reflects the growing demand for strategically located data center infrastructure capable of supporting increasing digital services, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and data-intensive applications. By combining underground construction with modern power, cooling, connectivity, and security systems, Bluebird Underground Springfield is expected to contribute to the expansion of Springfield’s digital infrastructure ecosystem. As data center demand continues to grow across the United States, the project highlights the potential of innovative facility designs that prioritize resilience, security, and operational efficiency while supporting the long-term needs of digital businesses and technology providers.
Quick Facts
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| Project Name | Bluebird Underground Springfield 6MW Data Center |
| Location | 1904 N LeCompte Rd, Springfield, Missouri, 65802, USA |
| Status | Operational / Active Expansion Phase |
| Commissioning | Initial operational phase 2003; major expansion completed in late 2020 |
| Total IT Load | 6.0 MW |
| Total Capacity | 6.0 MW utility-backed system |
| Tier Level | Tier III Compliant and certified (SSAE 16/SOC 2 Type 2) |
| Project Type | Underground Colocation & Disaster-Resistant Data Center |
City Profile
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| City Name | Stafford |
| Population | Approximately 32,000 (CDP, 2025 estimate) |
| Urban Agglomeration | Approximately 1.4 million (Washington–Arlington–Alexandria Metropolitan Area) |
| City GDP | Not reported separately (part of the Washington metropolitan economy, GDP exceeding USD 700 billion) |
| Per Capita Income | Approximately USD 58,000 |
| City Tier | Tier 2 U.S. Suburban Technology & Logistics Hub |
| Key Strengths | Strategic location between Washington, D.C., and Richmond, excellent highway connectivity (I-95), skilled workforce, government contracting ecosystem, expanding technology sector, logistics, and growing digital infrastructure. |
Companies Involved
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| Developer / Operator | Bluebird Network |
| Strategic Infrastructure Partner | Springfield Underground (Mining Site & Facility Owner) |
| Construction Contractor | Carson-Mitchell Inc. (Lead expansion contractor) |
| MEP Engineering | Bluebird Internal Engineering + Regional Specialist Consultants |
| Network Connectivity | Bluebird Network (Direct integration to its 11,000+ mile Midwest fiber backbone) |
| Power Infrastructure | Three diverse utility feeds linking straight into on-site redundant generator configurations. |
Technical Specifications
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| Power Capacity | 6.0 MW total on-site power capacity |
| UPS Redundancy | Dual UPS system with independent backup battery banks |
| Cooling System | Closed-loop environmental control utilizing the cave’s natural constant 60–64°F year-round ambient temperature. |
| Connectivity | Carrier-neutral platform featuring diverse fiber entry loops and direct access to SpringIX. |
| PUE Target | Under 1.30 (Highly optimized due to underground ambient cooling advantages) |
| Energy Mix | Over 60% green/renewable energy sourced via local utility grid agreements |
Milestones
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| Announcement | Initial launch 2003; Expansion announced Q4 2019 |
| Construction Start | Early 2020 (Major Expansion Phase) |
| Phase 1 Go-Live | October 2020 (Whitespace Expansion Complete) |
| Full Buildout | Ongoing active colocation licensing and modular customer load additions |
Investment Details
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| Total Investment | $11 Million for the most recent whitespace expansion phase |
| Funding | Corporate capital and parent company private equity backing |