UGI Utilities, Inc. is scheduled to begin gas main replacement projects on March 1 along several streets in Hazleton. The work is part of UGI’s commitment to provide safe and reliable service and will impact the following streets:
· Peace Street between West 6th Street and West 10th Street
· West 7th Street between Peace Street and Grant Street
· West 8th Street between Peace Street and Hanover Court
· West 10th Street between Peace Street and Clinton Court
Construction is scheduled for Monday through Friday, between the hours of 7am and 5pm. Drivers, residents, and business owners may experience road closures, detours, and traffic delays during construction hours. Parking will also be restricted on the impacted streets during these hours. There will be some interruptions to natural gas service. This will require UGI to have access to properties to inspect and relight equipment.
Construction is scheduled to be completed by early May. Weather and working conditions may impact completion date.
UGI Utilities, Inc. is a natural gas and electric utility company that serves more than 740,000 customers. Additional information about UGI Utilities, Inc. is available at www.ugi.com.