CVIN MMBN FRE SR 180 PM 83.828/87.716

Caltrans District 6 is preparing to install approximately 3.8 miles of broadband conduit and fiber optic cable along State Route 180 in Fresno County, specifically between post mile 83.82 and 87.71, as part of a middle-mile broadband network initiative. This infrastructure will connect to a third-party last-mile network to deliver high-speed internet access to homes, businesses, and community institutions across the region. The project is a critical component of a broader statewide effort to expand reliable broadband connectivity, particularly in underserved areas within the State Highway System, including interstate routes. The work is scheduled under a forecast notice posted on August 3, 2026, with primary point of contact being John Thomas, Senior Environmental Planner, and Denise Williams, Construction Coordinator, overseeing environmental compliance and construction coordination, respectively. The location falls entirely within California, and the initiative supports long-term digital equity goals by extending foundational broadband capacity through publicly maintained transportation corridors.