QTS Dallas Data Center Expansion: 300MW Texas Hyperscale Hub
Status: Active Operation & Multi-Phase Campus Construction | Location: Multi-site DFW footprint: 6431 Longhorn Dr, Irving, TX 75063 & 303 Mason Rd, Wilmer, TX 75172, USA
Project Overview
QTS Data Centers is undertaking a major regional expansion across the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, reinforcing its position as one of the largest hyperscale digital infrastructure providers in Texas. The expansion is anchored by the company’s established Irving data center, which delivers approximately 140 MW of capacity across more than 700,000 square feet of space, and is complemented by the development of the new South Dallas Mega-Campus in Wilmer. Together, these multi-building campuses are designed to meet the rapidly increasing demand for hyperscale cloud services, enterprise workloads, and next-generation artificial intelligence infrastructure. The expansion adds more than 1.4 million square feet of new technical space, providing scalable capacity for hyperscale cloud providers and large-scale AI deployments. Engineered to support GPU-dense computing environments, the facilities incorporate advanced direct liquid cooling (DLC) technologies that efficiently manage the thermal demands of high-performance AI servers and next-generation accelerators. Reliable electrical infrastructure is provided through high-voltage utility interconnections with Oncor Electric Delivery, enabling long-term power scalability for future expansion phases. The campuses also benefit from extensive low-latency, carrier-neutral fiber connectivity across major Texas network corridors, ensuring fast access to cloud platforms, enterprises, and internet exchange points. By combining large-scale power infrastructure, AI-ready cooling technologies, and strategic connectivity, QTS’s Dallas–Fort Worth expansion is positioned to support the growing demand for artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and high-performance digital infrastructure across North America.
Quick Facts
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| Project Name | QTS Dallas Data Center Expansion: 300MW Texas Hyperscale Hub |
| Location | Multi-site DFW footprint: 6431 Longhorn Dr, Irving, TX 75063 & 303 Mason Rd, Wilmer, TX 75172, USA |
| Status | Active Operation & Multi-Phase Campus Construction |
| Commissioning | Irving Campus Operational (140 MW); South Dallas Wilmer Expansion Phase 1 Go-Live: 2025–2026 |
| Total IT Load | ~250 MW – 300+ MW Combined Regional Critical IT Capacity |
| Total Capacity | ~350+ MW Total Utility Interconnection Capacity across Irving (140 MW) and Wilmer South Dallas Mega-Campus (200+ MW) |
| Tier Level | Tier III Equivalent / Concurrent Maintainability (BREEAM & LEED Certified) |
| Project Type | Brownfield Expansion & Greenfield Hyperscale / AI Mega-Campus Development |
City Profile
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| City Name | Texas |
| Population | ~30.5 million (2025 est.) |
| Urban Agglomeration | ~27–28 million (major metro clusters combined) |
| City GDP | ~$2.4 trillion (2024 est., comparable to G7 economies) |
| Per Capita Income | ~$78,000 |
| City Tier | Tier 1 (Global Economic Powerhouse) |
| Key Strengths | Energy (oil, gas, renewables), Data Centers & AI Infrastructure, Technology (Austin hub), Logistics & Trade (US–Mexico corridor), Manufacturing, Business-friendly policies, Large land & power availability |
Companies Involved
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| Developer / Operator | QTS Data Centers |
| Strategic Infrastructure Partner | Blackstone (Parent Private Equity Partner) & Oncor Electric Delivery (Utility Provider) |
| Construction Contractor | DPR Construction / JE Dunn Construction |
| MEP Engineering | Specialized High-Density AI & Data Center Mission-Critical Engineering Partners |
| Network Connectivity | Carrier-neutral deployment with redundant dark fiber loops connecting directly to Dallas Equinix DA1/DA2 network hubs and regional internet exchanges. |
| Power Infrastructure | Dual high-voltage grid connections supplied by Oncor Electric, static 2N / N+1 UPS systems, and N+1 emergency backup diesel generators with dedicated fuel storage. |
Technical Specifications
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| Power Capacity | 350+ MW Total Utility Interconnection (140 MW Irving + 200+ MW South Dallas Wilmer Campus) |
| UPS Redundancy | High-efficiency 2N / Block Redundant UPS architecture with fast-start standby generator sets |
| Cooling System | High-efficiency closed-loop liquid cooling, Direct-to-Chip (DTC) cooling manifolds, and water-free indirect evaporative cooling systems designed for high-density AI racks. |
| Connectivity | Carrier-neutral access to 15+ major telecom providers, diverse entry vaults, and dark fiber routes. |
| PUE Target | ~1.18 – 1.22 |
| Energy Mix | 100% renewable energy matching via Texas wind/solar Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and ERCOT grid power. |
Milestones
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| Announcement | 2022 (Wilmer Site Acquisition) / 2024 (DC1–DC3 Expansion Phases) |
| Construction Start | Q4 2024 (Wilmer South Dallas Campus Groundbreaking) |
| Phase 1 Go-Live | Q4 2025 / Q1 2026 (South Dallas DC1 Delivery) |
| Full Buildout | 2027–2028 (Completion of full multi-building Wilmer campus buildout) |
Investment Details
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| Total Investment | Estimated $2,000,000,000 USD to $3,000,000,000+ USD across multi-campus expansion |
| Funding | Blackstone capital backing, corporate debt facilities, and long-term hyperscale tenant leases |