Secure Underground Data Center in Western Pennsylvania

Advanced Disaster Recovery and Energy Efficiency in a Former Limestone Mine

Iron Mountain's WPA-1, located less than an hour north of Pittsburgh in a converted limestone mine 220 feet underground, offers unmatched security and protection against natural and manmade disasters. This unique facility spans 330,000 ft² within a 200-acre campus and boasts a power capacity of 15.5 MW. Recognized as a DOE Better Buildings Showcase Project, WPA-1 utilizes a revolutionary geothermal cooling system from a 35-acre underground reservoir, optimizing energy efficiency dramatically. The data center is a carrier-neutral hub with access to 10 carriers and major cloud on-ramps, supporting a broad spectrum of enterprise needs from large-scale deployments to critical disaster recovery operations. The ultra-secure environment, combined with cutting-edge sustainability practices and comprehensive compliance with ISO27001, ISO 50001, ISO14001, and ISO9001, makes WPA-1 an ideal choice for businesses prioritizing robust data protection and environmental responsibility.