UGI Utilities Launches Gas Main Replacement Project in Emmaus, Pennsylvania

UGI Utilities, Inc. has started a major gas main replacement project in Emmaus, Pennsylvania, with work beginning on December 2 and expected to finish by the end of January. This initiative is part of the company's broader effort to provide safe and reliable service to customers, and it may enable properties along the construction route to switch to natural gas. The project will affect several streets, including South 4th Street between Minor Street and Fairview Street, Furnace Street between South 4th Street and South Lehigh Street, and Wood Street between South 4th Street and South Mountain Street.

Construction will occur Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., leading to road closures, detours, traffic delays, and parking restrictions on affected streets. Some interruptions to natural gas service are anticipated, and UGI will need access to properties for inspections and equipment relighting. This infrastructure upgrade represents a significant investment in Emmaus's energy future, improving safety and reliability while potentially expanding access to natural gas, which is often viewed as a cleaner and more efficient energy source with possible benefits for household costs and environmental impact.

The project offers a timely opportunity for properties along the route to consider converting to natural gas, as the new infrastructure could make such conversions more feasible and cost-effective. While completion is scheduled for late January, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances may affect the timeline, so residents and businesses should stay informed about progress. This work is part of UGI Utilities' larger commitment to maintaining and improving infrastructure, with impacts on community safety, energy efficiency, and service reliability for its over 740,000 customers. For more details on UGI Utilities, Inc. and its services, visit https://www.ugi.com.