Categorical Exclusion Completed

Spectrum Southeast MR50E Fiber Optic, #368

Cherokee National Forest Cocke, Tennessee Cherokee National Forest

The installation and operation of approximately 7,995’ of underground fiber optic cable and 43,644’ of aerial fiber optic cable, and ancillary facilities within the project area to extend telecommunication facilities to provide broadband internet to communities throughout Cocke County, Tennessee

Location

On TN-107, between Highway 25 and the Cocke County Line, Toms Creek Road, Omaha Road, Spicewood Flats Road, Norwood Town Road, Old 15th Road, and Old River Road.

Project timeline

1
NEPA Start Date
8/1/2026
2
Finding/Decision Date
10/7/2026

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical ExclusionUSDA-28d-USFS
Decision Signed Date10/7/2026
Special use management