Water Valley Fiber Optic Construction Begins

WATER VALLEY, Miss. — TVIfiber officially launched fiber optic mainline construction on May 1st to bring essential high-speed broadband internet and telephone services to the City of Water Valley. This deployment is a massive step forward, as TVIfiber tackles the digital divide, ensuring Water Valley residents and businesses gain access to reliable connectivity.

Community-Powered: The TVIfiber Difference in Water Valley

As a company that lives and works alongside the people it serves, TVIfiber is deeply committed to community and connection in Water Valley. We are not just installing fiber; we are building a stronger, more connected town together.

“We understand the needs here because we’re your neighbors, not just a company focused on profits,” said Brad Robison, CEO of TVEPA and TVIfiber. “Our mission is to improve daily life for everyone in the community. That’s the difference when you’re community-powered.”

TVIfiber extends sincere thanks to the City of Water Valley’s leadership and electric department staff for their quick support. We also praise the dedication of our TVEPA line crews and TVIfiber deployment teams, whose vital roles made this entire fiber construction project possible.

✅ Fiber Installation Status & Expected Impact

This new fiber infrastructure provides immediate and long-term benefits. High-speed connectivity supports:

• Remote Work: Seamless connectivity for home offices and local businesses.
• Virtual Learning: Reliable access for K-12 students and higher education.
• Telehealth Appointments: Stable, private connections for critical healthcare services.
• Reliable Communication: Ensuring all households stay connected in a modern, digitally connected world.

TVIfiber’s locally driven approach ensures that the people of Water Valley are not left behind.

Current Construction Status:

Our fiber engineering plans are 60% complete. Crews continue performing essential make-ready pole change-outs daily, as weather permits. Specifically, three poles were recently changed out, and 20 more are being addressed now. We anticipate areas in the northwestern territory will be ready for service activations in the coming weeks—check back here for the official launch announcement!