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RCH-3 data center
Premier hyperscale infrastructure in Richmond, Virginia with 60 MW capacity and comprehensive federal certifications
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Iron Mountain Richmond RCH-3 data center
RCH-3 is the third and largest building in Iron Mountain Data Centers' Richmond campus development, providing 440,000 square feet and 60 MW of hyperscale AI-ready capacity distributed across 6 advanced data halls. Located at White Oak Technology Park in Henrico County, this state-of-the-art data center offers enterprises, federal agencies, and cloud providers seamless access to the campus's 200+ MW total power infrastructure, minimal latency to Northern Virginia's Data Center Alley, and 100% matched renewable power. With availability beginning in Q3 2028, RCH-3 achieves FISMA HIGH, FedRAMP, and NIST 800-53 compliance, along with comprehensive ISO certifications tailored to government and enterprise requirements.
- 60 MWTotal capacity
- 440,000Square feet
- Q3 2028Expected delivery
- 6Data halls
Why leading hyperscalers and AI providers choose our Richmond data center (RCH-3)
Richmond data center overview
- Size: 440,000 square feet and 60 MW critical IT load within our 66-acre secure campus
- Data halls: 6 data halls providing flexible configurations for hyperscale AI and enterprise deployments
- Power: Direct connectivity to 300 MVA campus-dedicated substation with dual A/B underground utility feeds
- Utility: Dominion Energy
- Infrastructure: Block N+1 redundancy architecture
- Deployment Options: Colocation services, dedicated data halls, and custom-built-to-suit high-density hyperscale solutions
- Cooling: Advanced cooling systems with N+1 redundancy design & liquid cooling availability
- Sustainability: BREEAM green building accreditation, 100% renewable power via PPA, low PUE with roadmap to carbon-free operations by 2030
- Phased delivery: August 2028 through April 2029
- Security: Mission-critical secure environment with 24/7/365 monitoring, multi-layer access controls, and advanced perimeter security systems
- Smart Hands: Remote hands technical support delivered by certified on-site technical personnel
- Migration: Professional migration planning and dedicated project coordination, ensuring seamless transitions and successful deployments
- Facilities: On-site conference rooms, customer lounge areas, and dedicated office space for client teams
- Logistics: Dedicated parking infrastructure and commercial-grade loading facilities for equipment receiving and staging
- Support: Remote hands assistance, professional equipment racking, and secure asset retirement with 24/7/365 on-site operations team
- Service area: Richmond, Virginia; Mid-Atlantic and Eastern United States
- Airport: 10 minutes from Richmond International Airport (RIC)
- Market Position: Virginia's most rapidly growing data center market with the state's second-highest facility density
- Highway Access: Via I-64, I-295, I-95, and I-85 corridors with Port of Virginia connectivity for logistics operations
- Market reach: Access to 55% of U.S. population within a 750-mile service area
- Business environment: Pro-business environment with competitive operational expenses and a deep technical talent pool
- Tax benefits: Favorable tax framework
- Natural disaster resilience: Low risk exposure for seismic, hurricane, and flooding events
- Address: Technology Creek Drive, Sandston, VA 23150
Network Infrastructure
- Carrier-Neutral Facility: Tier 1 network providers, including Comcast, Lumen, Lumos, SummitIG, Verizon, Windstream, Zayo, and more
- Diverse Entry Points: Multiple diverse fiber entry points and redundant meet-me rooms (MMRs) for maximum redundancy
- Fiber Infrastructure: Carrier-grade fiber with diverse paths and points of entry
- Cloud-Neutral Design: Direct access to major cloud service providers, including AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and others
- Low-Latency Connectivity: Direct low-latency network access to NoVA infrastructure and critical internet exchange points with seamless Data Center Alley integration
- SDWAN Options: Software-defined WAN connectivity for flexible network architectures
- WAN Connectivity: Traditional WAN connectivity options for enterprise requirements
Network Services
- Cloud On-Ramps: Direct connectivity to AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud via multiple service providers
- Cross-Connects: Fast, secure connections to the ecosystem of carriers, partners, and customers in meet-me-rooms
- Direct Internet Access/IP Transit: Multiple IP transit options with redundant paths to upstream providers
- Metro Wave: Dedicated optical connectivity to regional interconnection points
- Peering Services: Direct peering capabilities with access to hundreds of ISPs and managed service providers
- Internet Exchange Access: Connection options to major internet exchanges
- Virtual Cross Connects/Private Network Transport: Point-to-point L2 connectivity available between our data centers
Industry-Leading Compliance
Comprehensive compliance meeting the most stringent regulatory and industry standards
Global Standards (ISO Certifications)
- ISO 27001 (Information Security Management) certified globally
- ISO 50001 (Energy Management Systems) certified globally
- ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) certified globally
- ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems) certified globally
- ISO 22301 (Business Continuity Management) certified globally
- ISO 14064 (Greenhouse Gas Emissions) certified
Government & Federal Standards
- FedRAMP authorized facility
- NIST 800-53 compliant
- FISMA HIGH certified
Industry Standards
- SOC 2 Type II certified
- SOC 3 certified
- PCI-DSS compliant for payment card industry data security
- HIPAA compliant for healthcare workloads
Environmental & Sustainability
- BREEAM Green Building certified
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Frequently asked questions
When will RCH-3 be available for customer occupancy?
RCH-3 availability commences in August 2028, with phased capacity delivery through April 2029 across 6 data halls. Early contracting is available now for enterprises planning large-scale deployments. Contact our sales team to discuss your capacity requirements and implementation timeline.
Why is RCH-3 ideal for AI and hyperscale deployments?
RCH-3 is a 440,000 square foot, purpose-built facility for high-performance computing with 60 MW of scalable infrastructure, flexible power density options, liquid cooling readiness, and systems engineered for GPU farms and AI model training. Our Block N+1 redundancy architecture and dedicated 300 MVA campus substation ensure consistent power delivery for the most compute-intensive applications.
What compliance and security standards does RCH-3 meet?
RCH-3 meets federal compliance requirements including NIST 800-53, FISMA HIGH, and FedRAMP, supported by comprehensive certifications covering SOC 2 Type II, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and six ISO standards spanning information security (ISO 27001), energy efficiency (ISO 50001), environmental responsibility (ISO 14001), quality management (ISO 9001), business continuity (ISO 22301), and emissions tracking (ISO 14064). We are the only provider with ISO 27001, ISO 50001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 certifications across our global portfolio.
How does RCH-3 advance sustainability goals?
RCH-3 delivers exceptional environmental performance with a low annual PUE at full capacity, 100% matched renewable power via our Power Purchase Agreement, and BREEAM green building accreditation. Our commitment includes providing 100% carbon-free energy for tenant operations by 2030, validated by ISO 50001 (Energy Management) and ISO 14064 (GHG Emissions) certifications.
What other buildings are on the Richmond campus?
In addition to RCH-3, RCH-1 (48 MW, 6 data halls) becomes available in phases during Q1 2028, and RCH-2 (48 MW, 4 data halls) delivers beginning in Q3 2028, providing seamless growth options as your requirements expand. A fourth facility, RCH-4, is also in early development nearby providing 60 MW across 5 data halls with a phased completion expected by Q4 2028 through Q2 2029.
What network connectivity does RCH-3 provide?
RCH-3 is a carrier-neutral facility with leading Tier 1 carriers, including Comcast, Lumen, Lumos, SummitIG, Verizon, Windstream, and Zayo present. The facility features redundant meet-me rooms, diverse fiber entry points, and direct connectivity to major cloud providers. Located in Virginia's second-largest data center market, RCH-3 provides low-latency access to Northern Virginia Data Center Alley, Virginia Beach and hundreds of ISPs and managed service providers.