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Rural broadband expansion

Humboldt County

Summary

All the planned middle-mile fiber routes are now built or funded, and a $1 million USDA grant is paying for shovel-ready plans in 23 small communities from Petrolia to Willow Creek — the groundwork needed to win future construction grants.

At a glance

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Last discussed Jan 13, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

A $1 million USDA technical assistance grant funds the planning work; Hoopa's last-mile build received nearly $40 million.

✅Who benefits

Residents and businesses in remote communities who currently lack reliable high-speed internet options.

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