Thoughtful Investment. Responsible Development. A Commitment to Burgin.

Project Bluegrass is a proposed data center campus in Burgin, Kentucky, designed around a simple principle: complement Burgin, not change it.

The approximately 950-acre property allows the project to be thoughtfully designed with less than 50 percent of the site developed. The remaining land provides significant space for open areas, setbacks, landscaping, berms, stormwater management and natural buffers.

As planning moves forward, Project Bluegrass will continue to focus on protecting neighboring properties, improving infrastructure, preserving Burgin’s character and creating long-term economic benefits for the community.

Designed to Fit Burgin

Project Bluegrass would support the digital infrastructure used by businesses, healthcare systems, financial institutions, government agencies and many of the online services people rely on every day.

The size of the property provides flexibility to thoughtfully locate buildings and infrastructure while preserving substantial open space. Less than 50 percent of the approximately 950-acre site would be developed, allowing room for:

• Significant setbacks from neighboring properties
• Open space and green space
• Landscaping and natural buffers
• Landscaped berms and screening
• Stormwater management areas
• Thoughtful placement of buildings and infrastructure

The goal is responsible development that respects Burgin’s existing character while creating new opportunities for the community.

Investing in the Community

Project Bluegrass has the potential to bring significant private investment and new economic opportunities to Burgin.

At full development, the project is currently anticipated to support 100+ full-time, on-site positions, with projected average compensation, including benefits, exceeding $100,000. Construction could support approximately 1,500 to 3,000 workers during peak periods.

The project is also expected to generate substantial real estate, personal property, utility and other applicable tax revenues. This could create significant new revenue for local schools without the corresponding increase in student enrollment associated with residential growth.

Construction workers, employees, contractors and vendors could also create additional demand for local restaurants, hotels, retailers, suppliers and professional services.

Supporting Burgin Independent Schools

Project Bluegrass could provide a significant new source of revenue for Burgin Independent Schools.

In addition to traditional property taxes, the project’s electrical consumption and resulting KU Franchise Fee and utility-related tax revenue could generate additional funding for the school system. Based on current projections, that revenue could be as much as $15 million annually at full operations.

Specific revenue projections will continue to be refined as the project advances.

Protecting Water and the Environment

Protecting local water resources and surrounding properties is an important part of Project Bluegrass’s planning and engineering.

The project is being designed to minimize ongoing water consumption through a closed-loop cooling system, which recirculates water rather than continuously consuming and discharging it. Once operational, daily water use is anticipated to be limited primarily to standard domestic needs, such as sinks, restrooms and kitchens.

Stormwater management will also be an important part of the project. The site would be engineered to manage runoff, address existing drainage conditions and protect neighboring properties.
Engineering and environmental work will account for the site’s geological and groundwater conditions and comply with applicable state and local requirements.

Protecting Our Neighbors

Project Bluegrass is being designed to minimize impacts on surrounding properties.

Because less than half of the site would be developed, the project can create significant separation between buildings and neighboring properties. Open space, setbacks, landscaping, natural buffers and landscaped berms would be used to help reduce noise, screen buildings and equipment, and protect views.

Site planning will also consider lighting, drainage, traffic and other issues important to nearby residents.

The health and well-being of nearby horses and livestock are also important considerations. The project will be designed to minimize impacts through setbacks, open space, landscaping and careful management of site operations.

Power and Infrastructure

Project Bluegrass supports the principle that existing residents should not have to subsidize the private infrastructure necessary to serve the project.

The project’s energy requirements are still being evaluated. Electrical service would be delivered in phases and coordinated with local and regional utilities based on actual demand, available capacity and required infrastructure.

Project-specific infrastructure improvements required to serve Project Bluegrass would be funded by the project rather than local taxpayers, subject to applicable utility and regulatory requirements.

Public Safety

Worker and community safety will be fundamental requirements for Project Bluegrass.

The project team would coordinate with local fire, emergency medical, law enforcement and other appropriate public safety officials as plans are developed. This coordination would help determine appropriate emergency access, response plans, equipment, training, water supply and communications.

Backup generators would provide emergency power if normal electrical service is interrupted. They are not intended to operate as the campus’s normal, continuous source of electricity.
There are currently no plans to use lithium-ion batteries.

Construction and Traffic

If Project Bluegrass receives the necessary approvals and proceeds, construction could begin as early as 2027, with development occurring in phases.

Construction would create temporary activity, potentially including additional trucks, workers, equipment, noise, dust and road traffic.

Construction planning would address truck routes, work hours, dust control, site access, safety and communication. The project team would also work with appropriate transportation agencies and local officials to evaluate roadway access, intersections and improvements needed to safely accommodate construction and long-term operations.

Project-specific transportation improvements required to safely accommodate the development would be the responsibility of the project.

Frequently Asked Questions

We know residents have questions about Project Bluegrass.
Our FAQs provide more information about:

• Water use, groundwater and flooding
• Electricity rates and grid reliability
• Noise, generators and public safety
• Views and neighboring properties
• Horses and livestock
• Traffic and construction
• Schools and economic benefits
• Infrastructure
• Community input

As plans become more detailed, we will continue updating information and sharing it with the community.

Questions or Comments?

Community input is an important part of the planning process. We welcome questions, comments and concerns from Burgin residents, neighboring property owners and other community stakeholders.

As Project Bluegrass moves forward, we will continue sharing information and listening to the community.

 
 
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