Graham County, AZ — Valley is pleased to announce the launch of the Bryce, Eden, and Ft. Thomas Arizona Broadband Development Project, a major infrastructure investment that will expand highspeed internet across Graham County.
This project will deliver over 65.5 miles of new fiber optic infrastructure, extending reliable, highspeed broadband access to approximately 440 residential and business locations in the Bryce, Eden, and Ft. Thomas areas. The expansion is designed to improve connectivity, support economic development, enhance educational opportunities, and strengthen access to essential services throughout the region.
The total cost of the project is $4.6 million. Valley is contributing a 10% local match totaling $464,000, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to rural broadband investment. Graham County is also contributing $250,000, underscoring the importance of public-private partnerships in expanding critical infrastructure to underserved areas.
The project is scheduled for completion by the end of 2026.
A construction contractor has been selected for the project. Residents and community members should expect to see trucks and construction equipment in the area soon, as work begins to bring this infrastructure online. The contractor for the project is MP Next Level, LLC.
Valley encourages residents, businesses, and community stakeholders to stay informed as the project progresses. Updates, project details, and opportunities to sign up for project-specific notifications are available on Valley’s website:
👉 https://www.vtc.net/fiber-expansion-projects
This broadband expansion represents a significant step forward in closing the digital divide and ensuring that rural communities in Graham County have access to the fast, reliable internet services needed to thrive in today’s connected world.
About Valley TeleCom Group
Valley TeleCom Group is a local telecommunications company that provides high-speed Internet, phone, and business solutions to southeast Arizona and southwest New Mexico. Valley has offices in Clifton, AZ; Safford, AZ; and Willcox, AZ, and has been providing services since 1962. www.vtc.net