Natural Gas Line Upgrades in Standish Neighborhood
We are committed to keeping our customers informed about important updates we are making to our infrastructure – designed to enhance safety, improve reliability, and continue to provide you with the energy you need for life's moments.
Overview
Beginning as early as August 8th, and lasting up to 1 month, CenterPoint will install modern natural gas infrastructure along E 40th St.
Contractor summary
CenterPoint works with multiple contractors to complete construction projects in a safe and timely manner. You will see these contractors working in your area and may be contacted by them at various stages in the construction process. Employees of authorized contractors will have CenterPoint Energy identification cards. You are encouraged to ask to see identification before allowing technicians inside your home.
Natural gas main work
Sections of large diameter steel gas main will be installed across a few blocks at a time. These sections will be welded together and will require a trench to be opened in the road. The new main will have protective coatings that add to the infrastructure's durability.
Noise, vibration and dust are expected impacts of steel main installation.
Service line and meter work
No work associated with this project will be performed on the service lines or gas meters that supply your home’s energy. No interruptions in service are expected at this time.
Restoration
The final step in an infrastructure project is to restore all impacted areas. Restoration is typically onsite a few weeks after the completion of all other construction. Until then, temporary restoration is done by the utility crews to maintain an area's livability.
Traffic impacts
A few blocks will be closed at a time while a trench is open in the road. Specific closures will be communicated as they are determined. Resident’s access to their homes will be maintained throughout construction, and detours will be in place.
Additional resources
To sign up for and view updates, please visit CenterPointEnergy.com/Construction and click “Project Sites”, then “Woodbury” and “Valley Creek Rd”. If you have questions, reach out to CenterPoint Energy's Communication Specialist at
MNConstruction@centerpointenergy.com.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we replace our infrastructure! We value the privilege of having you as a customer.
