Scott County Fiber Optic Broadband Project
The Poteau-Cold Springs Ranger District of the Ouachita National Forest is proposing to permit the installation of a fiber optic broadband line in an exiting utility corridor on Forest Service Lands in Scott County, AR.
Project Summary
Current Status:
Completed
Location Summary:
The project is in approximately 3.25 miles of existing roadside utility rights of way in Scott County, AR on Forest Service lands.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 06/12/2025 |
| Decision | 07/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (4)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Poteau Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Project Decision Information
Scott County Fiber Optic Broadband Project
Decision Signed Date: 07/11/2025
Forests:
Ouachita National Forest
Districts:
Poteau Ranger District
States:
Arkansas
Counties:
Scott
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Mary Newton
P.O. Box 2255
Waldron, AR 71958
000-000-0000
Mary.Newton@usda.gov
Last Updated: 7/11/2025