Arcadian Interstate 5 Middle-Mile Broadband Network Project (Encroachment Permit 03-25-6-BB-2290

The Arcadian Interstate 5 Middle-Mile Broadband Network Project involves the installation of broadband infrastructure, specifically conduit and fiber optic cable, on structures along Interstate 5 in Sacramento County. This project is coordinated between Arcadian, the California Department of Technology, and the California Department of Transportation District 3. The work is concentrated across several specific post mile segments, including PM 1.031 to 1.238, PM 4.642 to 4.694, PM 8.1 to 8.126, PM 12.80 to 13.10, and PM 0.052, spanning the cities of Elk Grove, Sacramento, and Walnut Grove. This effort is associated with the linear broadband installation approved under Encroachment Permit 03-25-6-BB-0290. The project is classified under NAICS code 237130 and is managed by Dotrik Wilson, Branch Chief for Caltrans District 3, and Tiffanny Hale, Project Manager for Arcadian. According to the Notice of Exemption signed on August 11, 2026, the project is statutory exempt from further environmental review pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.51, with additional authority cited under Sections 21083 and 21110. The project is currently listed as a forecast with a posted date of August 13, 2026.