The DataBank SLC1 Downtown Salt Lake City Data Center, situated at 179 Social Hall Ave, Salt Lake City, UT 84111, USA, is a robust facility spanning 16,000 square feet. It offers substantial colocation opportunities with 10,610 square feet of raised floor space. The data center is equipped with a power capacity of 0.5 MW. Furthermore, it boasts a strong network presence with 20 other data center locations identified within a 50-mile radius. This facility is highly certified, holding accreditations such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SSAE-18, HITECH, SOC 1, and SOC 2, ensuring adherence to stringent compliance and security standards.
Salt Lake City is emerging as a premier destination for data center operations, appealing to both local technology pioneers and businesses seeking a cost-effective alternative to California. Recognized by Forbes as the “Best State for Business” and lauded for its minimal debt burden, Utah offers an optimal environment for corporate growth. DataBank strategically operates six data centers within Salt Lake City, including the downtown SLC1 Carrier Hotel and the extensive Bluffdale campus (comprising SLC2, SLC3, SLC4, SLC5, and SLC6). These facilities leverage the region’s high elevation and arid desert climate, which naturally enhance cooling efficiency. Furthermore, Salt Lake City stands out as one of the most secure data center locations in the U.S., exhibiting a remarkably low incidence of natural and man-made disasters. Utah also boasts some of the fastest internet speeds in the Intermountain West, positioning it among the nation’s leaders in connectivity. DataBank’s SLC1 downtown Salt Lake City data center is ideally situated in the central business district, offering convenient access to the Salt Lake City International Airport. As the primary carrier hotel for the area, it hosts numerous Tier-1 and Tier-2 network providers, ensuring robust and redundant connectivity options.
