UGI Utilities will implement a significant infrastructure enhancement project in Easton, focusing on gas main replacements and system improvements throughout key city streets. The multi-week construction initiative will potentially transform utility services for local residents and businesses while modernizing critical infrastructure.
The project, scheduled to run from May 19 through the end of June, will target strategic locations including Spring Garden Street, North Second Street, and North Green Street. Construction activities will occur Monday through Friday between 7 am and 5 pm, with substantial implications for local transportation and utility services.
Residents and commuters should anticipate significant disruptions during the upgrade process. Road closures, detours, and traffic delays are expected, with parking restrictions implemented on affected streets. The comprehensive infrastructure work will require temporary natural gas service interruptions, necessitating UGI technicians to inspect and relight equipment at various properties.
While causing short-term inconvenience, the project represents a critical investment in municipal infrastructure reliability and safety. The gas main replacement provides an opportunity for homeowners and businesses along the project route to convert to natural gas, potentially offering more efficient and cost-effective energy solutions.
Project timelines remain flexible, with completion dependent on weather conditions and ongoing construction challenges. Following underground work, additional restoration and final paving will occur at a subsequent phase, ensuring minimal long-term disruption to the community.
The infrastructure upgrade underscores UGI Utilities' commitment to maintaining and enhancing utility services for its nearly 760,000 customers. By proactively addressing aging infrastructure, the company aims to improve service reliability, reduce potential future maintenance issues, and support community development.
