Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier
246 PR 1604 BLDG 8, Abilene, TX, 79601
Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier is a new construction project at 246 PR 1604 BLDG 8, Abilene, in Shackelford County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Apr 2028. The project has an estimated value of $965.0M across about 344,796 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $965.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 344,796 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $2.80K/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 8mo
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67 days after the preceding date shown.
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592 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier
Vantage Data Centers TX308, LLC is constructing a new 344,796 sq ft data center facility at 246 PR 1604 BLDG 8 in Abilene, Texas. The project, identified as Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier, is registered with TDLR for new construction work in Shackelford County.
The estimated cost for this single-building development is $965,000,000. Kiewit serves as the design firm of record for the project. The registered accessibility specialist for the filing is Ronald L Davis.
The project was registered with TDLR in June 2026. Construction is scheduled to begin in September 2026, with completion targeted for April 2028. This timeline represents a scheduled build window of 592 days. The project is privately funded on private land for private use.
Regional Context and Scale
This facility represents a significant portion of recent construction activity in the region. The estimated cost is close to the median estimated cost of $945,000,000 for new construction filings in Shackelford County over the last 24 months. The size of 344,796 sq ft matches the median size for similar filings in the county. The cost per square foot is $2,799, which is close to the county median of $2,755 per sq ft.
Kiewit has six other TDLR-registered projects in Abilene, totaling $5,389,000,000. These include projects TX311, TX310, TX305, TX304, and TX307, all registered. The presence of multiple large-scale data center projects indicates a concentrated development effort in the Abilene area.
According to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates for ZIP 79601, the population is about 26,917. The median household income is $54,515, and there are 9,422 housing units. The median owner-occupied home value is $182,900. The housing stock is an even mix of owner- and renter-occupied units. The Shackelford County unemployment rate was 3.9 percent in June 2026, higher than a year earlier.
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Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier is a New Construction project located at 246 PR 1604 BLDG 8, Abilene, TX 79601 in Abilene, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $965.0M covering 344,796 sq ft. Vantage Data Centers TX308, LLC is the property owner and Kiewit is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on June 29, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total cost of the Vantage DC Abilene project?
The estimated cost is $965,000,000. This figure is close to the median cost for new construction filings in Shackelford County over the last 24 months, which is $945,000,000.
When is the construction expected to be finished?
The project is targeted for April 2028. Construction is scheduled to begin in September 2026, following the June 2026 registration with TDLR.
Is the site in a flood zone?
No. It is designated as zone X according to the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer.
What is the square footage of the new building?
The new data center building is 344,796 sq ft. This size matches the median size for new construction filings in Shackelford County during the same period.
What is Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier?
Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier is a new construction project at 246 PR 1604 BLDG 8 in Abilene, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: New Data Center Building
Is Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier open in Abilene?
Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier is still under construction in Abilene, TX, with an estimated completion of Apr 2028 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier located?
Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier is located at 246 PR 1604 BLDG 8, Abilene, TX, 79601, in Shackelford County.
Who is the owner or developer of Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier?
Vantage Data Centers TX308, LLC is the property owner/developer of record for Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier?
Kiewit is the design firm of record for Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier cost and how big is it?
Vantage DC Abilene - TX3 - Project Frontier has an estimated construction value of $965.0M and approximately 344,796 square feet (about $2.80K/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
New Data Center Building
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
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246 PR 1604 BLDG 8, Abilene, TX, 79601
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