UGI Utilities, Inc. will begin two natural gas main replacement projects the week of April 3 that will impact the city of Wilkes-Barre and the borough of Luzerne, both in Luzerne County.
The Wilkes-Barre project will impact Conynham Street from Wilkes-Barre Boulevard to Kidder Street. Approximately 900 feet of natural gas main will be replaced during construction. UGI will also renew services to nine customers. The project is expected to be completed by mid-May.
The Luzerne borough project will impact Bennett Street from Kelly Street to Sly Street. In addition, construction will occur on parts of Walnut Street, Seebold Street, and Charles Street.
Approximately 5,000 feet of natural gas main will be replaced during the Luzerne construction. UGI will also renew services to 121 homes and businesses. The project is expected to be completed by early July.
Construction hours for both projects will take place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. During construction hours, residents will experience road closures, detours, and traffic delays. Parking also will be restricted on those blocks during construction hours. Accommodations will be made for school buses and emergency vehicles.
“UGI recognizes area residents will be inconvenienced during these projects. We will work to complete construction in a timely manner,” Tim Angstadt, Vice President of Operations, said. “These projects are 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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