Spectrum finishes Scott County broadband expansion; 5,000 homes gain service

County leaders told the fiscal court that Spectrum has completed a broadband expansion in Scott County and activated the remaining optical line terminal that had been delayed by a railroad crossing permit, bringing the project to full activation.

Judge Masters said Spectrum invested more than $15 million in the effort; the county secured a $3 million grant from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to support the work. County staff reported that more than 5,000 homes now have access to the new service and that Spectrum upgraded the existing local footprint to 2-gigabit symmetrical speeds.

Masters and staff credited ongoing coordination among the provider and local utilities—Bluegrass Energy, Owen Electric and Kentucky Utilities (KU)—and noted the work required permits and weekly coordination with utilities and the provider. Masters said the upgrade improves connectivity and opportunity for residents and businesses and thanked staff and partners who worked through permitting issues.

Court members did not take formal action; the briefing was informational and attendees discussed public messaging and next steps for community outreach.