TDS Tellico Fiber Optic Project
TDS proposes to overlay new fiber optic cable to existing utility lines on national forest land. The project would install approximately 135,421 feet of aerial cable and 32,131 ft of buried cable.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The project is located on existing utility corridors in Monroe County, TN.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/15/2025 |
| Decision | 07/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Tellico Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
TDS Tellico Fiber Optic Project
Decision Signed Date: 07/03/2025
Forests:
Cherokee National Forest
Districts:
Tellico Ranger District
States:
Tennessee
Counties:
Monroe
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Joy McGinn
250 Ranger Station Rd
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
423-476-9700
joy.mcginn@usda.gov
Last Updated: 7/3/2025