UGI Utilities, Inc. will commence a natural gas main replacement project in Camp Hill beginning Wednesday, October 1, as part of the company's ongoing commitment to maintaining safe and reliable service infrastructure. The project represents significant infrastructure investment in the Camp Hill area and will provide an opportunity for some properties along the construction route to convert to natural gas service. This initiative demonstrates the utility's proactive approach to system maintenance and modernization efforts.
The underground work will focus on Scarsdale Drive between Rockaway Drive and Plainview Road, along with intersections at Rockaway Drive, Cedarhurst Lane and Plainview Road where they meet Scarsdale Drive. Construction activities are scheduled to occur Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with completion of the new natural gas main installation expected by the end of October, though weather and working conditions may affect this timeline. The strategic timing allows for minimal disruption during favorable weather conditions while addressing critical infrastructure needs before winter heating season demands increase.
Residents and business owners should anticipate temporary disruptions including road closures, detours, and parking restrictions during construction hours. The project will also require temporary interruptions to natural gas service, necessitating UGI technicians to access properties for equipment inspection and relighting procedures. Final paving and restoration work will follow the main installation phase, ensuring proper restoration of affected areas after the underground work is completed.
The infrastructure upgrades align with UGI's broader service reliability initiatives detailed on their official website at https://www.ugi.com. As a natural gas and electric utility serving more than 760,000 customers, UGI emphasizes the importance of proactive system maintenance to ensure long-term service stability and safety for communities throughout their service territory. This project highlights the ongoing need for utility infrastructure modernization across Pennsylvania, particularly as aging systems require replacement to meet current safety standards and customer demand.
The Camp Hill project represents a critical investment in local energy infrastructure that will benefit the community for decades to come. By replacing aging natural gas mains, UGI Utilities ensures continued safe and reliable service delivery while modernizing the system to meet evolving energy needs. The project's completion before winter ensures residents will have dependable heating service during the colder months, underscoring the utility's commitment to customer service and community safety.
