Access to Broadband is Essential

The PUD is building fiber to homes and businesses in our electric service territory lacking access to wired internet capable of meeting today’s work, school, and civic requirements.

Enter your address in the boxes above to register for installation in one of our 6 funded project areas. Or indicate your interest in PUD fiber in case of future expansion. Internet and WiFi powered by PUD fiber will provide rural Jefferson with some of the fastest internet in the nation. Multiple monthly plans are available from the PUD and our Qualified Internet Service Providers.

Why Fiber? How Fast is it?

up to 1000x faster than DSL and 100 times faster than delivered cable speeds.

Unlike DSL or Cable, fiber uniquely delivers the same speeds up and down. Low upload speeds hinder participation in video conferencing for online meetings, remote learning, and telemedicine. Satellite and cellular internet can provide similar speeds to cable, but satellite especially suffers from lag times that make online meetings and online gaming difficult. Physical blocks, like mountains, trees, and buildings can negatively impact service greatly.  Learn more: PUD Broadband FAQs.

Security, Control, & a Smartphone App

All PUD internet customers have access to the PUD’s Connect WiFi smartphone app. Available from the Android or IOS store, the free app helps you view your network health and manage your passwords. But for families and power users, we also have an app upgrade that allows households to manage screentime, create content restrictions, and filter out malware before it gets to your computer. Plus you can create multiple networks within a single home or business, or setup bandwidth prioritization for work meetings over gaming or streaming.

Learn more about the JPUD Connect WiFi app.