American Dark Fiber State Route 32 Aerial Middle-Mile Broadband Network Project (Encroachment Permit 03-25-6-BB-1341)

The American Dark Fiber State Route 32 Aerial Middle-Mile Broadband Network Project, identified by Encroachment Permit 03-25-6-BB-1341, involves the installation of broadband infrastructure in Butte County, California. Proposed by American Dark Fiber, LLC, and coordinated with the California Department of Technology and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) District 3, the project scope consists of installing aerial strand steel cable and fiber optic cable along State Route 32 between post miles R15.762 and 27.349. The primary place of performance is located in Chico, California. The project is classified under NAICS code 237130 and was formally documented via a Notice of Exemption on September 17, 2025. This exemption is claimed under Public Resources Code Section 21080.51, which provides a statutory exemption for the installation of broadband infrastructure. Administrative oversight is managed by Dotrik Wilson, the Branch Chief for Caltrans District 3, with project management support provided by Brian Lucero. No specific contract value, pricing schedules, or performance periods were detailed in the provided documentation.