See the Luxury Doomsday Prepper Shelters Being Built Into an Abandoned KS Missile Silo
- Posted on April 9, 2012 at 1:25pm by
Billy Hallowell
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As uncertainty has gripped global economic and political structures, “preppers” have tasked themselves with bracing for potential calamity and chaos. We’ve already told you about these individuals who are stocking up on food, guns, water and other items. Now, in Kansas, preppers are also building super-protective luxury condos into the shaft of an abandoned missile silo.
According to AFP, four buyers have already put a total of $7 million down for these emergency homes that will protect them if and when disaster hits. The developer, Larry Hall, plans to create even more housing in other Cold War-era storage units when this first prepper haven fills up.
Hall, 55, isn’t just a businessman who is creating these homes for others while shrinking away from the notion that calamity could, indeed, hit. The developer has also secured one of the houses for himself. While he plans to use the new structure as a vacation home, he’s ready and willing to move his family there in case the power grid gets wiped out or some other monumental issue unfolds.
WTSP.com provides more information about Hall’s motivations for purchasing the silo and embarking on this epic journey of preparation:
Years ago, Hall was running NebuTel Inc., a small telecommunications and consulting company. Part of his growth strategy in the wake of Sept. 11, 2001, was setting up secure, remote sites for data storage for Fortune 500 customers, a niche seemingly further driven home by the three hurricanes in 2005 that nearly destroyed NebuTel’s operation in downtown Melbourne.
Abandoned missile silos, designed to withstand a nuclear war, seemed ideal for that type of data storage. So Hall bought one. But then two things happened. The first was the recession, which stalled NebuTel’s growth plans as business spending plummeted. The second was Hall heeding what had been a growing concern within him over the safety of his now 7-year-old son and wife in the event of some sort of disaster. These worries kept him up at night.
And AFP has more about the fascinating homes Hall is building:
Built to withstand an atomic blast, even the most paranoid can find comfort inside concrete walls that are nine feet thick and stretch 174 feet (53 meters) underground.
Instead of simply setting up shop in the old living quarters provided for missile operators, Hall is building condos right up the missile shaft. Seven of the 14 underground floors will be condo space selling for $2 million a floor or $1 million a half floor. Three and a half units have been sold, two contracts are pending and only two more full units are available, Hall said. [...]
He is also installing an indoor farm to grow enough fish and vegetables to feed 70 people for as long as they need to stay inside and also stockpiling enough dry goods to feed them for five years.
The compound will offer anything and everything to its inhabitants. Energy supplies will be plentiful and water will be stored and filtered in giant, underwater tanks. Security, too, will be stellar. An elevator will only operate if an individual within it has fingerprints that are in the electronic system. Cameras will monitor a barbed-wire fence to alert residents of any unwelcome visitors.
The top, exterior of the structure.
While the structure is all about safety, it won’t come without entertainment value. A pool, movie theater and library are all in the plans as well.
The swimming pool.
Read more about Hall’s intriguing prepper project here and visit his official web site to learn more about all that goes into building these structures.
All pictures courtesy of SurvivalCondo.com.
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Comments (94)
Daveed
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 6:50pmThat is cool! Heck with the dome commune approach. Do they make a country cabin ark dome on 10 acres, where I can usher in 2 of every beast and fowl, 1 female and 1 male into a lower basement forrest and aviary? With a waterfall and river also.
I don’t think God will let mankind destroy themselves.
Report Post »RamonPreston
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 7:10pmNo, we will have destroyed 90% of mankind before Christ returns. He says that if He doesn’t return when He does “there will be no flesh alive.”
Report Post »RamonPreston
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 7:12pmBTW: Noah took 1 pair of unclean beasts and 7 pairs of cleam beasts on the Ark.
Report Post »jzs
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 9:12pmWhat happens when the bad guys blow up the fence and then choke off the air supply? Where exactly does the energy come from? That windmill in the photo? What if the bad guys blow that up?
I think it’s a cool fantasy and I hope the guy makes lots of money. There’s a market for paranoia.
Report Post »Jezreel
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 9:57pmThey want to audit the fed and find out where trillions of dollars are missing too. That is because they elites have taken our money and also built for themselves underground bunkers so that they will not die. In the day of wrath, nothing will save the ungodly. I don’t care how these doomsday preppers have contained themselves in bunkers and missle silos, if they do not have the favor and protection of God, they are going to be cast into the winepress of the wrath of God almighty. They will not be able to hide when they see the son on man coming in the clouds of heaven with his mighty angels in power and glory. To think that they are wasting all the money and time and effort for something that will not protect them. People are afraid to die because of a good reason.
Report Post »ashestoashes
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 10:45pm@JZS You sound just like my dad.lol ..You know that avatar or photo you used to have..it reminded me of Opie on Andy of Mayberry..so was that you? Or was it Opie? Or are you really Ron Howard.. If you are Ron Howard..why did you get on tv and try to convince everyone to vote for Obama? Are you happy that you did? I mean if you really are Opie..or I mean Ron Howard..I really used to like you when you were Opie…what happened?
Report Post »USAMEDIC3008
Posted on April 10, 2012 at 9:32amThey can hide in their cave but wont change the outcome
Report Post »Detroit paperboy
Posted on April 10, 2012 at 9:51amI can’t live without sunshine………
Report Post »Wyatt's Torch
Posted on April 10, 2012 at 11:33amI can’t help but think of the “Dirty Dozen” when the German officers hid underground only to have gasoline and hand grenades dropped down in their bunker.
Report Post »Legal Immigrant
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 6:42pmLocked up 3 months max and they kill each other off.
Anyone want to have a pool?
Report Post »cloudsofwar
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 6:35pmi wonder if the russians still have that missle base targeted. high living on ground zero. the ruskies might have not made a correction or believe that it’s become high end condos. wouldn’t that suck.
Report Post »jcannon98188
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 9:27pmIts built to withstand a nuclear blast…..
Report Post »West Coast Patriot
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 9:58pmJCannon, It says it is built to withstand an atomic blast, that seems to me to be Hiroshima and Nagasaki strength. We have come a long way from that. I do not think I would trust it in a direct Thermo-Nuclear blast.
Report Post »Patrick Henry II
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 11:39pmIt used to be built to withstand a nuke blast. Not witht he new russian strategy. They hit them every our until they are demolished. Each time deeper and deeper. They now have a lot more nukes than us. You can actually get their targeting map of the U.S. online.
Report Post »focalpoint
Posted on April 10, 2012 at 7:39amCan a nuclear capable enemy destroy these underground bunkers? Probably. In the event of nuclear war, would they bother to waste some very expensive and possibly limited supply of nuclear weapons on a handful of people? Not likely.
Report Post »BobtheMoronsp
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 6:27pmY‘all I ain’t worried about no Mayan calendar. I am worried about Obama.
Report Post »RamonPreston
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 7:17pmRight on. The 1300 year old Mayan calendar had 360 days in a year. We have 365 in our calendar. When you multiply the 5 extra days by 1300 and divide it by 365 days in a year you will find that the Mayan date passed years ago.MANY years ago!
Report Post »RJJinGadsden
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 7:27pmYeah, he and all of his cronies holding positions of power.
Report Post »JimSB
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 6:18pmA good tornado shelter, if a bit expensive, which actually matters in KS
Report Post »cloudsofwar
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 6:30pmjust what i was thinking.
Report Post »PALEHORSE
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 6:46pmThe one guy bought the property for $40000 and did the renovations himself. You can buy communication bunkers with 8000-10000 sqft underground starting at about $250000 on 10+ acres in various areas around the country.
Report Post »KyleD
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 6:17pmI’ve always wanted to renovate an old missile silo into a livable home.
Report Post »corbecket
Posted on April 10, 2012 at 3:38pmYou could still acquire one of these, but the cost of renovation is still going to be huge. If you really want a bunker, think about a really big septic tank (seriously). You can get really large ferrous concrete ones, 20-30,000 gal versions are commonly available from manufacturers. Lots of folks use them for tornado shelters out in the midwest. Stairways are easily added to the design, and it’s no problem to install additional entrances and conduits.
They are relatively inexpensive, stressed to handle the earth loads of being underground (which are not inconsequential), and can be easily delivered by semi-trailer(s). If it can keep the sewage from seeping out, it can certainly keep the outside water from seeping in. If you need more room, just string a bunch of them together. Your budget is your limit, but it will still beat what you’d have to come up with to renovate one of the old Atlas silos. I’ve inspected those, but they leak…..a lot. In my estimation, there’s really no point in going as deep as the Atlas missile silo(s). Each Atlas installation I’m familiar with had two silos, side by side, one for the missile and another for the command capsule. They made great scuba diving sites as they filled up with water. If they left the top slammed shut you had 100 ft of clear water to dive in as they had decades to fill with ground water. It was always a night dive though, so not a lot of folks were interested in it.
Report Post »BJAlexandria
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 6:06pmSeriously? Why would any real prepper advertise their survival plans? Ummmm . . . Could it be because they want to sell stuff and make a gazillion dollars? Plus, can you imagine spending a week (much less several months) under ground with this guy? Just sayin’
Report Post »Ruler4You
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 6:25pmI’d LOVE to have one of these. Of course, I’m not paying that much for one of these, but I’d LOVE to own one as a primary residence. I absolutely love in Earth home designs. Typically, these require a lot of effort just to keep from flooding, though.
Not because I‘m worried about an eminent nuke attack or that I won’t ‘survive’ one. Just because I‘m SICK of freaking’ mexican polka music played at TOP volume to all hours of the night as though neighbors don’t live within 2 miles.
But, I’d settle for a ammunition bunker above ground.
Report Post »slvrserfr
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 5:51pmThese morons are going to be sorely disappointed after the Mayan calendar expires and the world doesn’t end after they spent their life savings on this ridiculous conspiracy theory.
Report Post »blattack
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 6:09pmIt’s not all about 2012, Its about the take over of America by thoses who want to destroy her & “you” should know who they are by now. The masks are coming off one by one everyday, but all this is part of the script that must be played out, Gods Kingdom Rules in the end…………….Dan 2: 44
Report Post »Daveed
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 5:20pmBlast from the Past!
Report Post »tarantula27
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 5:06pmThey asked to keep the address private but the camera man focused on a sign that said This Old Missle Base, Site #11, Atlas-F. A simple Google search puts that location at Selina, KS. 6 hours and 49 minutes due west on I70 from St. Louis.
Report Post »Docrow
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 6:13pmhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schilling_Air_Force_Base#SM-65F_Atlas_Missile_Sites
Report Post »deano24
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 8:47pmI wonder if Larry Hall watched this on the news & noticed the sign.
Report Post »inferno
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 4:52pmTotal security depends upon the mental stability of those within. Hope there is internal secure measures as well !
Report Post »SoupSammich
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 6:45pmYou mean like a twister game and crisco?
Report Post »mgliberty12
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 4:40pmCue Teletubbies song….
Report Post »dangergirl
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 4:22pmMan has built/and lived in underground shelters for centuries. Perhaps not as elaborate as these, but still the same idea. Why is this weird? I’ve been telling any and everyone I can about dome homes and buildings. The dome manufacturers I know of guarantee their domes to withstand tornadoes, hurricanes and earthquakes. They are fireproof and termite proof. They are unbelievably energy efficient and measure their longevity in centuries. They cost relatively the same as conventional buildings to build and maintain (-actually, probably cheaper to maintain). So why is this weird? Want to restart the economy? Replace inferior buildings with domes. How many jobs would be created teaching/learning how to build and maintain these. I’d love to see veterans get 1st crack at learning this stuff for possibly starting their own business. Ever lived through a tornado? Someone tell me why so many survivors rebuild using the same inferior building materials that failed in the first place. FEMA knows about and has rated domes as near safe structures. So tell me why this is weird. What is weird and just plain stupid is ignoring or ridiculing technology that can literally: save lives, save loads of energy, create good American jobs, re-start our economy. Oh, and have you heard about mini dome greenhouses (-have fresh produce 365 days a year no matter where you live)? The potential that domes offer is wide open. I applaud this guy for thinking outside the box, literally.
Report Post »hatchetjob
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 4:45pmThis would all be wonderful in a dream world. Unfortunately, our gov. only wants to destroy America and capitalism.
Report Post »FlowerBell
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 3:50pmI’m glad there are still any Americans left who can afford to protect themselves so thoroughly. Good for them. I need to work harder on my own plans.
Report Post »stumpy68
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 7:18pmTwo months food and enough ammo to choke a horse
Report Post »is looking a bit lame in comparison
Stoic one
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 3:14pmIf I had something like this, there would be no publicity. Invitation only.
Report Post »jacobstroubles
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 3:37pmYUP! “Nat Geoing” themselves is a huge mistake.
Report Post »possom
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 3:09pmI‘ll stick with one of our small armored camper’s.
Report Post »copatriots
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 3:07pmThe Blaze Staff:
It sure would be nice to know why a post is removed when absolutely nothing offensive is being stated. Seems arbitrary, inconsistent and based on mood swings on any given day.
Just sayin’……….
Report Post »hatchetjob
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 4:50pmWhat gets me is, Beck spends millions on a fake oval office, yet the Blaze takes eons for a reply to post. An updated program would be nice.
Report Post »asybot12
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 3:02pmNuclear blast proof??? how are they going to get out after ?? glass cutters???
Report Post »Chet Hempstead
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 4:20pmYou don’t get out. They’re only supposed to protect you long enough to launch the missiles. Since you can’t store 20 years worth of air and water, there is no such thing as long-term survival of a direct hit from an A-bomb, but this is as good a place as any to wait out any lesser disruption.
Report Post »LouC57
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 2:34pmIf we were nuked, would you really, really want to poke your head out afterward?
Report Post »SGTMACAZ
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 2:33pmOpsec is the the most important thing. “loose lips sink ships”!!!!!!!!!!!
Report Post »MidWestMom
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 4:32pmExactly
Report Post »Lesbian Packing Hollow Points
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 4:47pmApparently, in this day and age of prepperdom, opsec gives way to the desire to be famous on TV. I know I don’t want any of my preps publicized on world-wide television.
Report Post »Onowicit
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 11:29pm@Lesbian Packing Hollow Points
I would love to see your bug-out bag.
Report Post »crackers…check
aspirin…check
playboy…………..
JRook
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 2:29pmWhat better indication is there that too many people have way to much disposable income. Would be useful if the blaze did a report on how much of the $15 trillion in government spending on military, corporate tax breaks, etc. was enjoyed by the individuals who can indulge their paranoia.
Report Post »hatchetjob
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 2:38pmI guess these silo people won’t be putting “skin in the game”.
Report Post »D-Fence
Posted on April 10, 2012 at 12:21amYou’re right JROOK. Off with their heads, dispearse their wealth to the populace. Knucklehead.
Report Post »firenate
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 1:51pmI saw this on Doomsday Preppers DC and thought the same thing myself but I guess it IS good Free Advertising… Great idea but way to extreme on the Luxory side of things…
Report Post »hatchetjob
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 2:02pmI wonder if silo’s could be made a lot less luxurious and more affordable for us tax paying common folks.
Report Post »Marine25
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 1:49pmThere are some very wealthy people in need of some serious pschiatric help.
Report Post »Onowicit
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 11:43pm@Marine25
Report Post »Really! Mega money does some strange things to people, but then again poverty produces some oddballs too.
Dr Vel
Posted on April 10, 2012 at 2:19amYeah and they are all in DC running the country!
Report Post »PPMStudios
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 1:44pmThat’s all great. But what assurance is there that if/when the time comes, the folks who made it to the bunker first will even let others in???
You know, “more for me!”
Report Post »Exrepublisheep
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 1:53pmAgreed. I can see the developers of these sites closing off these silos to everyone except their own loved ones.
Report Post »SoupSammich
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 1:36pmHmm. The only downside is uncle knows exactly where these sites are, and uncle is more than greedy these days with the whole collective mantra. The owners and investors are probably way up on IRS radar. Cool ideas, but why advertise a safe zone for a family not wanting anything to do with the public eye? Buy all the acres you can afford and shut your piehole about any improvements…
Report Post »hatchetjob
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 2:06pmYou said it all! They are probably being watched by satellite 24/7.
Report Post »cemerius
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 2:07pmExactly!! All these preppers are doing is advertising MY stockpiles…..:)
Report Post »jacobstroubles
Posted on April 9, 2012 at 3:40pmYUP!… huge, huge mistake.
Report Post »Those who have broadcasted themselves are great big read flags on the fusion center boards, right now. They now know where all of thes people who went on Nat Geo TV… are.
Then add in to the mix of the thugs in the hood..and all the others that will become animals…