Clackamas Broadband Exchange

The Clackamas Broadband eXchange (CBX) is transforming how our communities learn, respond to emergencies, and conduct business. 

By providing high-speed, cost-effective internet and data transfer, CBX helps schools, libraries, fire stations, government offices, and local agencies stay connected and efficient.

What CBX Offers

CBX is a high-bandwidth dark fiber fiber network designed for reliable, fast communications. Our network supports:

• Distance learning and educational services for schools, colleges, and libraries
• Emergency services with resilient communications for fire stations and public safety agencies
• Government and community operations with fast, secure connections

Currently, CBX provides broadband to:

Cities and Agencies Connected to CBX

See the CBX map

Key Benefits of CBX

• Cost Savings: CBX provides an estimated $1,675,000 in annual broadband savings to public institutions
• Resiliency: Our dark fiber network has a direct connection to Bend, avoiding Portland to maintain connectivity during emergencies
• Self-Sustaining: CBX operations are funded entirely by network revenues — no general fund dollars from Clackamas County are used

The Path to Broadband

CBX began in 2010 with a $7.8 million federal grant, funding a 180-mile fiber network in Clackamas County east of the Willamette River. Construction ran from 2010–2013, and the network has since expanded to areas including Wilsonville, West Linn, and Lake Oswego.

Today, CBX includes:

• 420+ miles of fiber optic cable
• 433 fiber connections across 68 different entities

Fiber Services for Public Agencies and Businesses

CBX’s fiber network provides the foundation to:

• Enhance public services
• Improve product delivery
• Gain a competitive edge in a global marketplace

For more information about fiber routes, pricing, and multi-fiber options, contact at ddexter@clackamas.us or 503-722-6663.

Service Providers

Public agencies can secure “dark fiber” access to the CBX network through Service Level Agreements (SLAs)negotiated directly with Clackamas County.

Please note: agencies will still need to purchase “lit” services from a telecommunications provider to activate and use the network.

To explore options for enhanced service and cost-effective solutions, contact a telecommunications provider directly.

• Allstream
• Clackamas Education Service District
• Edge Networks
• LS Networks
• SandyNet
• Silver Star Telecom
• Wave
• Ziply