UGI Utilities, Inc. will begin two natural gas main construction projects in Northumberland County on Monday, October 3, 2022.
A project in the borough of Watsontown will take place on Pennsylvania Avenue and will also impact State Road 0044, South Main Street, and McEwensville Road. Approximately 2,600 feet of non-contemporary main will be replaced. This project will also renew gas service lines to about 40 customers.
A project in the borough of Milton will take place on West Maple Street and will also impact Washington Street, Dougal Street, and an alley between Washington Street and West Maple Street. Approximately 1,500 feet of non-contemporary main will be replaced. The project will also renew gas service lines to about 13 customers.
Construction hours will take place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. During construction hours, residents will experience minor traffic delays and temporary parking restrictions in the construction area. The project is expected to be completed by the end of November.
“UGI recognizes area residents may be inconvenienced during this project. We will work to complete construction in a timely manner,” Tim Angstadt, Vice President of Operations, said. “This project is part of UGI’s continuing commitment to provide safe and reliable natural gas service to our customers and our communities. We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding as we make this long-term system improvement.”
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