UGI Utilities, Inc. has initiated a significant natural gas main replacement project in Coudersport this week, marking a substantial infrastructure investment in the region's energy delivery system. The system upgrades represent UGI's ongoing commitment to providing safe and reliable natural gas service to its customer base while creating opportunities for additional homes and businesses along the project route to convert to natural gas service.
The underground construction work will focus on two key areas: Gardeau Road between Mitcheltree Hollow Lane and Snowflake Drive, and Lacney Hollow Lane. Construction operations are scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 5:00pm, with completion of the new natural gas main installation expected by early November. This timeline reflects the company's efficient project planning while acknowledging the temporary disruptions that such infrastructure improvements inevitably create.
Local residents and business owners should anticipate several impacts during the construction period. Road closures, detours, and parking restrictions will be implemented to ensure worker safety and efficient project execution. Additionally, there will be intermittent interruptions to natural gas service as the system transitions from old to new infrastructure. These service interruptions will require UGI technicians to access properties for equipment inspection and relighting procedures, a necessary step in maintaining safety standards during the transition.
The restoration process will occur in phases, with temporary restoration immediately following the underground work completion and final paving scheduled for a later date. This phased approach minimizes long-term disruption while ensuring proper infrastructure installation. The project's importance extends beyond immediate service improvements, as modernized natural gas infrastructure contributes to reduced methane emissions, enhanced system reliability, and long-term cost efficiencies for both the utility and its customers.
For customers interested in converting to natural gas service, UGI provides multiple contact options through their main website at https://www.ugi.com. The infrastructure upgrade presents a timely opportunity for properties along the project route to access natural gas service, which often provides cost savings and environmental benefits compared to alternative heating fuels. As UGI Utilities serves more than 760,000 customers across its service territory, projects like the Coudersport upgrade demonstrate the company's broader strategy of maintaining and modernizing critical energy infrastructure to meet evolving customer needs and regulatory standards.
