Bluepeak Breaks Ground on $19.5 Million Fiber-Optic Internet Expansion in Muskogee

Representatives from Bluepeak and the Greater Muskogee Area Chamber of Commerce gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of Bluepeak’s $19.5 million fiber-optic expansion in Muskogee, marking the start of enhanced high-speed internet access for over 16,000 addresses.

(MUSKOGEE, Okla.) — Nov 20, 2024 — Bluepeak Fiber Internet’s $19.5 million fiber-optic expansion in Muskogee, Okla., has reached a significant milestone. Less than six months after moving into the design and engineering phase, the company has officially broken ground, marking the start of construction to bring high-speed, reliable internet to over 16,000 homes and businesses. The groundbreaking event was held at Rougher Village, home to Muskogee’s high school athletics, signifying a major step forward in Bluepeak’s commitment to provide transformative connectivity to the community.

The event featured local leaders, including Jessica Harris, Membership Services Manager of the Greater Muskogee Area Chamber of Commerce, and key Bluepeak representatives. Attendees celebrated with a ribbon cutting and meet-and-greet, complete with refreshments and door prizes, further emphasizing the community-focused nature of the project.

“Breaking ground on this project is an exciting step forward for Muskogee and for Bluepeak,” said Rich Fish, CEO of Bluepeak. “We’re proud to be turning our commitment into action, bringing our fiber network to life and moving one step closer to a more connected community.”

Bluepeak’s Muskogee initiative is part of a broader commitment to invest across its markets, reaching new locations in 2024 and 2025. Residents can anticipate internet speeds of up to 5 Gig for homes and even higher for businesses, positioning Muskogee at the forefront of digital transformation and connectivity.

About Bluepeak

Bluepeak is a new kind of internet provider bringing fast, reliable, affordable internet to places that have needed better options for too long. The company has roots serving Great Plains and Midwest communities going back more than 30 years. As the need for internet in the region has evolved, so has Bluepeak, upgrading and expanding service to several markets in Oklahoma, South Dakota, southwest Minnesota, Wyoming, North Dakota and Texas with the newest cutting-edge technology. These expansion efforts include multi-million-dollar infrastructure projects, community involvement, and growth through local hires. Bluepeak is earning the trust of customers and businesses through simple, affordable offerings, responsive, reliable customer service, and transparent pricing. The company’s unique approach to delivering internet service has earned Bluepeak accolades for customer satisfaction, network performance, workplace culture, and meaningful community partnerships.