Las Vegas, Nev., dark fiber project underway as LSC expands network for AI, data centers
(UI) — Light Source Communications (LSC) has started construction on a 60-mile dark fiber network in Las Vegas, marking its third major project in less than a year.
The new route, designed to support growing demand from data centers and high-performance computing, will connect four cities and multiple data centers in the Las Vegas metro area. LSC said it has already secured two global hyperscalers as anchor tenants for the project.
Las Vegas, categorized as a tier 2 market, has been underserved in connectivity for artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and other intensive computing needs, according to LSC.
"We're thrilled to continue executing our ambitious growth plan and help meet the high demands for connectivity in the Las Vegas area," said Pete Empie Sr., CSO and President of LSC. "Hyperscalers and enterprises alike require high-capacity, low-latency connectivity to compete in today's global economy."
Construction on the network is underway, with design and permitting largely complete. LSC expects to finish the project by late 2025.
The Las Vegas expansion follows projects in Phoenix, Ariz., and Tulsa, Okla. In Phoenix, LSC is building 300 miles of fiber and 15 rings, including connections to the Edged Phoenix data center. Tulsa’s project adds 80 miles to LSC's existing network. All networks will be built underground to maximize security and reliability.
LSC operates as a carrier-neutral provider serving enterprises across the U.S.
Related News
From Archive
- Alaska LNG pipeline could require 7,000 workers at peak construction, developers say
- Ohio trench collapse kills one worker, injures two during pipe installation
- California invests $590 million to boost water reliability, upgrade sewer systems statewide
- NYC launches 3D Underground mapping platform to modernize utility coordination
- Dominion proposes 186-mile underground HVDC power line across Virginia
- Glenfarne Alaska LNG targets late-2026 construction start for 807-mile pipeline project
- Massive water line failure leaves majority of Waterbury without service
- Infrastructure failure releases 100,000 gallons of wastewater in Houston; repairs ongoing
- Construction jobs stumble into 2026 after weak year
- Worm-like robot burrows underground to cut power line installation costs
Comments