Socket Fiber Construction in Rolla, Missouri

Socket, a longtime internet provider in Rolla, continues to build fiber optic internet to residential homes across the city. The following areas may have already, or can expect to see, fiber construction in the coming weeks:
 
Rolla Gardens: Located between MO-72 and E. 10th Street, east of N. Olive Street.





Rolla Gardens (Extension): Southeast of Rolla High School; including portions of Holloway Street and Maple Street. 

Olive: Between and including portions of S. Rolla Street and N. Cedar Street. 





Laird: Homes southeast of Mark Twain School, west of Rolla Junior High School and west of Moorkamp & Arthur Family Dentistry. 

Iowa: Between Bardsley Road and Holloway Street, south of E.14th Street.

* The estimate completion date for mainline construction is November, 30th, 2023.


Our crews will place door hangers in affected areas for notification. Please also see the following construction process steps for residents to note:

1. Mainline Construction:

Fiber wires will be dug and placed underground, or attached aerially to existing power poles (sometimes a combination of both these methods). Digging and constructing within right-of-way easements can involve excavators, boring machines, and other equipment. Contractor personnel and trucks will also be visible using locate flags and spray paint to mark paths.

2. Fiber Drops:

After mainline construction, individual drop lines will be pulled and installed into each home that signs up for service. Residents may see trenching machines or contractor personnel digging holes, installing lines and splicing boxes, as well as Optic Network Terminals (ONTs) onto the home. These are small utility boxes placed near other utilities.

3. Yard Restoration:

Once mainline and fiber drop construction is complete (and when weather allows), our crews will return to restore and repair lawns to affected properties.

Socket appreciates the patience and understanding of our Rolla neighbors. We are working diligently to connect the city to high-speed fiber internet. If you have any questions, concerns, or would like to sign up for service, please contact us at 1-800-SOCKET-3.