Enabling Middle Mile Broadband Infrastructure Program

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The purpose of the project is to enhance ENMR Telephone Cooperative's existing network's infrastructure by creating alternate paths and increasing resiliency and bandwidth with upgrades and new fiber routes. It includes the construction of five new fiber segments, one of which completes a fiber ring linking Kermit, Texas to Jal, New Mexico in the southern edge of the middle mile network. The other four new fiber segments will create alternative diverse paths connecting Santa Fe and Albuquerque, New Mexico.

The applicant's existing wholesale customers will immediately benefit from the expanded capacity and increased reliability.

The applicant's objectives for the proposed project include assurance that last mile providers have access to affordable middle mile transport to the internet.