UGI Utilities, Inc. has launched a significant infrastructure improvement project in Selinsgrove Borough and Penn Township, targeting gas main replacement to enhance service reliability and safety. The project, scheduled for completion by mid-May, will involve critical upgrades across several key local streets.
The infrastructure work will impact University Avenue, Fairview Drive, Hower Street, and 18th Street, with construction occurring Monday through Friday between 7 am and 5 pm. Residents and commuters should anticipate potential road closures, traffic delays, and parking restrictions during these hours.
This systematic upgrade represents more than routine maintenance. By modernizing gas infrastructure, UGI is proactively addressing potential safety concerns and creating opportunities for local property owners to convert to natural gas service. The project underscores the importance of continual infrastructure investment in maintaining community utility systems.
Potential service interruptions are expected, with UGI technicians requiring property access to inspect and relight equipment. The company has noted that weather and working conditions might influence the project's completion timeline.
While disruptive in the short term, such infrastructure investments are crucial for long-term community energy reliability, potentially improving service efficiency and creating pathways for future energy infrastructure development.
