GLE Fiber Optic Installation
The Forest proposes the installation of approximately 32.1 miles of new fiber optic cable along existing utility rights-of-way (ROWs) within Huron Manistee National Forest and an additional 0.54 miles of new ROW corridors.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Work will occur in Grayling Township and South Branch Township in Crawford County and Big Creek Township in Oscoda County
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 06/18/2025 |
| Comment Period | 07/2025 (Estimated) |
| Objection Period Start | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
| Decision | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Huron-Manistee National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Huron-Manistee National Forest
Districts:
Mio Ranger District
States:
Michigan
Counties:
Crawford; Oscoda
Legal Land Description:
25N 1E,25N 1W, 26N 1E,26N 1W,26N 2W
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Andrea Tavegia
1755 S. Mitchell St.
Cadillac, MI 49601
231-775-2421 x8764
andrea.b.tavegia@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/25/2025