UGI Utilities, Inc. will commence a natural gas main replacement project in South Abington Township starting Wednesday, October 1, as part of the company's ongoing commitment to maintaining safe and reliable service infrastructure. The project represents a significant infrastructure investment that will modernize aging pipeline systems while providing conversion opportunities for properties along the construction route. This systematic approach to infrastructure modernization balances service improvements with minimal community disruption through careful planning and coordination.
The underground work will focus on Bailey Street between Shady Lane Road and Leach Street, Grandview Street, and Leach Street. Construction operations are scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 5:00pm, with completion of the new natural gas main installation anticipated by mid-November, though weather and working conditions may affect this timeline. The project exemplifies UGI Utilities' commitment to maintaining and upgrading critical energy infrastructure across its service territory.
Residents and business owners should prepare for substantial disruptions during the construction period. The project will involve road closures, detours, and parking restrictions that will impact local traffic patterns. Additionally, there will be intermittent interruptions to natural gas service requiring UGI technicians to access properties for equipment inspection and relighting procedures. These temporary inconveniences are necessary to achieve long-term infrastructure improvements that will benefit the community for decades to come.
Beyond infrastructure improvements, this project offers an opportunity for homes and businesses along the construction route to convert to natural gas service. The system upgrades create new connection possibilities for properties currently using alternative energy sources. Final paving and restoration work will follow the main installation phase. UGI Utilities, Inc. serves more than 760,000 customers across its service territory and maintains comprehensive information about its operations and services available at https://www.ugi.com. This project demonstrates how utility infrastructure investments can simultaneously address safety concerns, improve reliability, and expand service accessibility for community members.
