Minneapolis residents can expect a flurry of activity from CenterPoint Energy as they embark on a significant project to replace aging natural gas lines across several neighborhoods. According to an update released by CenterPoint Energy, this initiative, which runs from 2023 through 2025, aims to install more corrosion-resistant pipes and improve the city's gas infrastructure. Commencing on July 22 and stretching into early August, Northrop will see the replacement of small-diameter natural gas plastic mains, and the relocation of meters from inside to outside of homes, affecting several streets including parts of 43rd and 44th Streets E. from Chicago Avenue S. to 10th Avenue S., along with a stretch of 46th Street E.
Not far behind, the neighborhoods of Regina, Field, and Bryant will witness similar upgrades, where a large-diameter steel main on Columbus Avenue from 41st to 48th Streets E. is slated for replacement starting July 29, the crews will be busy until September, and their's also an underground vault planned for the Columbus Avenue S. and 48th Street E. intersection. Later in the year, these efforts will extend to Regina's Town Oaks Townhomes and eventually make their way to Columbus Avenue from Minnehaha Creek to 54th Street E. in the Page neighborhood during the fall or potentially next year. CenterPoint Energy has assured residents that this essential work will come at no extra cost to them.
Those seeking more details or updates can visit CenterPoint Energy's website or reach out directly to their Communication Specialist at 612-321-5546 or via email at [email protected]. The company has expressed gratitude in advance for the community's patience as they undertake these crucial upgrades, designed to ensure the continued provision of safe and reliable gas service to Minneapolis homes.
Looking ahead to 2025, Field and Page neighborhoods will again see construction activity as CenterPoint Energy plans to remove and replace a large-diameter steel gas main on Columbus Avenue from 48th to 54th Streets E., this work will take place during the spring and summer, potentially including an alteration of the Minnehaha Creek crossing location. This comprehensive effort is part of CenterPoint Energy's ongoing commitment to maintaining a robust and secure energy infrastructure for its Minneapolis customers.
