Brightspeed is a PUCO-regulated utility company and is properly permitted to conduct work within the public right-of-way. The public right-of-way varies throughout Howland Township and may work in conjunction with a utility easement, if applicable. Brightspeed has also obtained the proper excavation permit(s) from the Howland Department of Public Works after providing the required documentation, which includes a detailed scope of practice, utility marking procedures, and post-work cleanup obligations. Below, you find some additional information about the project, along with information provided by Brightspeed.
- There is an estimated total of 29 miles of conduit and fiber being installed in Howland Township.
- Approximately 85% of the 100% underground work is completed.
- Approximately 25% of the 100% aboveground work is completed
- Utility marking with flags occurs roughly 48 – 72 hours before each individual location is excavated, and flags remain until that project location is complete. Additionally, Brightspeed and its contractors will remove them upon completion.
- The overall targeted completion of the project may be as soon as September.
- Basic dirt and lawn repair are the responsibility of Brightspeed and/or its sub-contractors.
Upon completion, it is estimated that up to 7,000 homes in Howland Township will be provided with fiber optic access.
Concerns and questions can be directed to:
Brightspeed at 216-606-1370 or email at CNS-Brightspeed-Ohio@congruex.com