Bay Springs Telephone Co./TEC/Fiber Smith Fiber Optic Installation
Bay Springs/TEC/Fiber Smith is requesting to amend and add new installation to the existing permit authorization. The proposed project will be funded by the National Tele-communication and Information Administration (NTIA) program
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
T3N, R6E SECTION 10, 11, 12, 13, 14; T3N, R7E SECTION 6, 7; T4N R6E SECTION 11, 12, 13, 14, 23, 24; T4N R7E SECTION 3, 5, 8, 17, 25, 26, 29, 31, 35, 36; T4N R8E SECTION 7, 32; T5N R7E SECTION 32.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/11/2025 |
| Decision | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Bienville Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Project Decision Information
Bay Springs Telephone Co./TEC/Fiber Smith Fiber Optic Installation
Decision Signed Date: 08/26/2025
Forests:
National Forests In Mississippi
Districts:
Bienville Ranger District
States:
Mississippi
Counties:
Smith
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Christina Harper
3473 Hwy. 35S
Forest, MS 39074
601-469-3811
christina.harper@usda.gov
Last Updated: 4/30/2026