Residents and visitors in Minneapolis's East Harriet and King Field neighborhoods are advised to prepare for the upcoming disruptions as CenterPoint Energy begins installing new natural gas mains. According to a recent update from the company, work is set to start Monday, October 14th, 2024, on West 36th Street between Pleasant Avenue South and Nicollet Avenue South. For those accustomed to parking along this stretch, be aware that parking will be restricted on both the north and south sides of the street, and the north sidewalk will be closed to pedestrian traffic.
Adding to the inconveniences, West 36th Street, heading south, will be fully closed at its intersection with Blaisdell Avenue South beginning on October 15th and extending through the 16th. Detour routes, confirmed by CenterPoint Energy, will be made available at Nicollet Avenue South and West 38th Street, offering alternative pathways for navigators amidst the construction.
The installation project then continues later in the week from October 17th, 2024, impacting West 38th Street. Here, the natural gas main will be installed beneath the north sidewalk between Pleasant Avenue South and Pillsbury Avenue South. Once again, residents will find parking unavailable on both the north and south sides of West 38th Street, and pedestrian access to the north sidewalk will be blocked.
The company estimates that the gas main installation in the area should wrap by the end of the week of October 21st. Services are set to follow, and, according to the company's update, a few weeks after completing the installation, the restoration process will occur, returning the streets to their former state.
For more information or if there are any queries concerning the construction, CenterPoint Energy encourages individuals to get in touch. Their Communication Specialist can be reached at 612-321-5546 or via email at [email protected]. The company has expressed gratitude to the community, asking for patience as they work on these infrastructure improvements.
