Equinix DA12 Dallas Data Center - 372,517 SQ FT Facility

Status: Under Construction (Groundbreaking)   |   Location: Dallas


Project Overview

The Equinix DA12 project represents a massive expansion of digital infrastructure in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, one of the world’s most interconnected data center hubs. Located at 1550 W. Mockingbird Lane in Western Dallas, this four-story facility is designed to meet the skyrocketing demand for AI-ready infrastructure and hybrid cloud deployments. As of February 2026, the project has officially entered its construction phase, signaled by a massive $835 million total investment filing.

The facility spans over 372,000 square feet, making it one of the largest single-site builds in Equinix's Texas portfolio. The architecture is specifically engineered to handle the high-density cooling requirements associated with modern Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) workloads. By positioning DA12 in Dallas, Equinix leverages the city’s central geographic location in the United States, providing a low-latency gateway that connects the East and West coasts.

Sustainability is a core pillar of the DA12 build. Following Equinix’s global commitment, the site is designed to operate on 100% renewable energy and aims for a high-efficiency Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) rating. The project is split into two primary financial phases: an initial $542 million for the core shell and structural development, followed by $293 million dedicated to the high-tech interior fit-outs, including advanced power distribution and modular cooling systems. Once operational, DA12 will serve as a critical interconnection point for global enterprises, cloud service providers, and content delivery networks.


Quick Facts

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Project NameEquinix DA12 Dallas Data Center - 372,517 SQ FT Facility
LocationDallas
StatusUnder Construction (Groundbreaking)
CommissioningPhase 1: October 2027
Total IT LoadEst. 40MW - 50MW
Total Capacity372,517 Square Feet
Tier LevelTier III+ Standards
Project TypeHyperscale / Retail Colocation

City Profile

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City NameDallas
Population1.3 million
Urban Agglomeration5732354
City GDP$744.65 billion
Per Capita Income$74,165
City TierTier 2
Key Strengthsa strong and diverse economy, a strategic location with a major transportation hub, a favorable business climate, and a lower cost of living compared to other large cities

Companies Involved

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Developer / Operator Equinix
Strategic Infrastructure Partner GIC (Equinix Hyperscale Joint Venture)
Construction Contractor To be finalized (Lead US Contractor)
MEP Engineering Specialized Data Center MEP Consultant
Network Connectivity Equinix Fabric / Multi-cloud ecosystem
Power Infrastructure On-site 138kV Substation

Technical Specifications

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Power CapacityEst. 40MW+ Critical IT Load
UPS RedundancyN+1 Distributed Redundancy
Cooling System Liquid cooling-ready / Evaporative cooling
Connectivity Carrier-neutral; 100+ Network providers
PUE Target < 1.30
Energy Mix 100% Renewable (Wind/Solar PPA)

Milestones

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Announcement Q4 2025
Construction Start February 2026
Phase 1 Go-Live October 2027
Full Buildout March 2028

Investment Details

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Total Investment$835 Million
Funding Corporate Capital + JV Partners

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