Bluepeak Expands Investment in South Dakota Broadband Infrastructure, Announcing Plans for an Additional $150 Million Multi-Year, Fiber-To-The-Home (FTTH) Expansion Phase

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. & RAPID CITY, S.D.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bluepeak today announced significant momentum in its mission to deliver fast, reliable fiber internet to more homes and businesses across South Dakota. To date, the company has invested more than $95 million into South Dakota to build 100% FTTH broadband access to approximately 55,000 residents and businesses in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Vermillion, and surrounding communities.

In addition to its FTTH build, Bluepeak has expanded its multi-state backbone network, increased capacity to major internet peering locations, upgraded critical components of its regional and metro fiber networks, and launched a dedicated commercial services network.

Building on this momentum, Bluepeak is accelerating its commitment to South Dakota with a transformative second phase of investment. The company will deploy an additional $150 million to overbuild its existing broadband infrastructure and extend state-of-the-art FTTH connectivity—bringing Bluepeak’s total reach to collectively more than 175,000 residents and businesses statewide. This next chapter represents one of the largest network upgrades in Bluepeak’s history and underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to delivering world-class internet to the communities it serves.

“We’re proud of the investments we’ve made to connect communities across South Dakota,” said Rich Fish, CEO of Bluepeak. “This next phase represents our continued commitment to delivering world-class broadband service and ensuring our customers have the connectivity they need to thrive in today’s digital world.”

Bluepeak has already kicked off the next chapter of its broadband transformation—a multi-year FTTH overbuild that represents one of the most significant private commitments to digital infrastructure in South Dakota. This investment will deliver world-class connectivity to communities that have been underserved for too long.

When the project is complete, households and businesses in Rapid City, Sioux Falls, and communities across the state will experience a step-change in internet performance—dramatically faster speeds, greater reliability, and the capacity to meet growing digital demands. Bluepeak’s upgraded network will put South Dakota ahead in digital capability, ensuring communities can thrive without the limits of aging infrastructure.

Impact Beyond Connectivity

Bluepeak’s commitment to South Dakota goes beyond investing in broadband infrastructure. The company supports cultural, entertainment, and civic initiatives, from signature events like Levitt at the Falls and the Sioux Falls Marathon to partnerships with local institutions such as The Monument in Rapid City, USD Athletics, and Sanford Children’s Hospital. Bluepeak also invests in community engagement at the local level, including city events, Chamber programs, and nonprofit organizations in Box Elder, Spearfish, Watertown, and Yankton. These efforts reflect Bluepeak’s ongoing dedication to fostering vibrant, connected communities statewide.

Residents and businesses can visit mybluepeak.com to check service availability, sign up for updates, or learn more about the expansion.

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, expanding and deploying service to markets in Oklahoma, South Dakota, 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.