UGI Utilities to Begin Natural Gas Infrastructure Upgrades in Camp Hill

UGI Utilities, Inc. will begin a significant natural gas main replacement project in Camp Hill on October 1, 2025, as part of the company's ongoing commitment to infrastructure modernization and service reliability. The project represents a substantial investment in local energy infrastructure that will benefit both residential and commercial customers in the affected areas.

The work will focus on replacing aging natural gas mains along Scarsdale Drive between Rockaway Drive and Plainview Road, as well as at the intersections of Rockaway Drive, Cedarhurst Lane and Plainview Road with Scarsdale Drive. This strategic upgrade addresses critical infrastructure needs while minimizing long-term disruption through coordinated planning.

Construction operations are scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with completion of the new natural gas main installation expected by the end of October. The timeline remains subject to adjustment based on weather conditions and work progress, demonstrating UGI's flexible approach to project management. Final paving and restoration activities will follow the main installation phase.

Local residents and businesses should anticipate temporary inconveniences including road closures, detours, and parking restrictions during construction hours. More significantly, the project will require periodic interruptions to natural gas service, necessitating UGI technicians to access properties for equipment inspection and relighting procedures. These coordinated access requirements ensure proper safety protocols are followed throughout the transition to the new infrastructure.

Beyond infrastructure improvements, the project presents conversion opportunities for properties along the project route that currently use alternative energy sources. UGI encourages interested property owners to explore natural gas conversion options, with company information available at https://www.ugi.com. This dual-purpose approach maximizes the project's community benefit by simultaneously upgrading existing infrastructure while expanding service availability.

The Camp Hill project reflects UGI's broader strategic initiative to modernize energy delivery systems across its service territory, which encompasses more than 760,000 customers. Such infrastructure investments contribute to long-term energy reliability, reduced maintenance requirements, and enhanced safety standards that benefit both current ratepayers and future generations. The timing of this October start allows for completion before winter heating demands peak, demonstrating thoughtful seasonal planning.

Infrastructure projects of this scale have broader economic implications beyond immediate service improvements. They represent capital investments that support local employment during construction phases while laying groundwork for future economic development through reliable energy access. The project's focus on intersection upgrades particularly addresses traffic flow considerations, showing comprehensive planning that extends beyond utility-specific concerns to overall community infrastructure coordination.