Jasper County Powered Data Park
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About the Jasper County Data Center
The Jasper County Data Center is proposed to be located in Jasper County, Missouri. Data centers power many of the digital services people use every day—from checking social media and streaming entertainment to storing hospital records, enabling 911 dispatch, supporting airline operations, and running smart farming technologies. The data center will bring lasting economic benefits to the community through construction and operations jobs, local tax revenue, and support for neighboring initiatives through a dedicated charitable fund.
The Jasper County Powered Data Park will bring significant, lasting benefits to the region, including:
Economic growth
- Hundreds of construction jobs, creating a positive impact on the local economy, including housing and food.
- Dozens of full-time jobs during operation, creating a long term positive impact on the local economy.
- Thousands of dollars in local development costs, including permitting fees, project events and local charitable giving.
- Millions of dollars in a dedicated local charitable fund to be distributed over the first 20 years of operation.
- Long-term infrastructure investments, including fiber, roads (if needed), and utility upgrades.
Tax revenue
- Millions of dollars in tax revenue to the local school district, townships, county and state over the life of the project.
- A stable, predictable revenue source that supports schools, emergency services, and community projects.
One local power generation project is currently planned to help power the data center and strengthen the region’s electric grid. This power generation project will help keep energy investment, economic impact, and job creation right here in Jasper County and the surrounding area.
Project
Spring River Solar & Storage
- 150 MWs
- $750,000 in charitable funds over 20 years
- ~200 construction and full-time jobs
*Calculations based on current Missouri tax for solar and wind facilities.
How much water will the data center use?
The data center is planned as a low-water-use facility that fits within local water availability and permitting requirements. Cooling will be achieved through air-based systems or closed-loop water systems, both of which keep water use to a minimum. Unlike evaporative cooling, closed-loop systems reuse water within a sealed cycle, which keeps total demand low. We recognize that the county’s water resources are limited, and we intend to be a careful steward. Minimal water use is a core design principle for the data center.
How loud will the data center be?
The data center is designed to operate quietly. Cooling equipment will be engineered to mitigate noise. Testing during the build process and proven landscaping techniques will also be used to mitigate noise. At the property line, expected sound levels are similar to a household refrigerator — well within county standards and generally lower than typical rural background noise.
How much electricity will the data center use?
Power use is one of the most common concerns communities have with data centers, which is why our approach is to colocate new power generation projects with the facility, creating a powered data park. The data center will be primarily powered by new planned local power projects. This approach supports local reliability and will help keep regional prices more stable over time.
What will the data center look like?
The data center is being designed as a modern, commercial building, as opposed to an overbearing, industrial-looking facility. The following design considerations are being taken into account:
- Campus-style layout that preserves open views
- Landscaping that blends in with local habitat and setbacks to ensure we are good neighbors
- Neutral exterior colors
Will the data center affect local air quality?
No. Data centers must meet all state and federal air quality regulations. Backup generators are only run for emergencies, and in limited testing and maintenance schedules. The runtimes and emissions are strictly controlled and permitted.
Our focus remains on staying connected with the community as planning moves ahead.
Reach out with questions
The Jasper County Powered Data Park represents a major opportunity for Southwest Missouri — bringing jobs, tax revenue, modern infrastructure, support for agriculture, and long-term community investment.
If you have additional questions, our team is here to help.
Contact us at [email protected].
