Natural Gas Pipline Replacements to Begin Again in Roseburg

SEATTLE (Oil Monster): The Roseburg Public Works Department said that natural gas pipeline replacements will resume on Stewart Parkway next week before moving onto Garden Valley Boulevard.

Starting Monday, February 19, Avista Utilities and its authorized contractor, Michels Corp, will be replacing aging natural gas mains in the public right-of-way, streets and alleys.

To minimize the traffic impacts on Roseburg residents and businesses, most road work will take place overnight from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Monday through Friday. The construction is expected to be completed by April 30.

These pipe replacements are part of Avista’s 20-year natural gas replacement program that began in 2012. The program focuses on replacing Aldyl-A pipe that is 1.25 inches to 4 inches in diameter and was installed before January 1, 1987. Replacement of these pipes is required for natural gas utilities across the country.

Avista said they replace infrastructure when the materials exceed their life or to accommodate future growth due to greater energy demand. Avista is continually updating equipment and infrastructure to increase the safety and reliability of its system.

During construction, the use of prior notification, reader boards, traffic control and prompt responses to customer requests will be used. Avista customer service representatives have a variety of resources and information available to aid customers in need. Customers with questions or concerns can contact Avista at 800-227-9187 for assistance.

Avista said they will notify customers in advance if a disruption of natural gas service is necessary.

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