Night work for gas line relocations planned for April 1-25

The Taft Avenue demolition work as part of the City’s North Taft Avenue Widening Project is now complete. Relocation of gas lines underground is the next phase of preliminary construction work. Xcel Energy and its contractor, Mears, will perform the work near US34 and Taft Avenue. The gas lines need to be lowered or relocated because they will conflict with the new infrastructure in the area.

To reduce traffic volume and limit impacts to businesses and the traveling public during the day, this work will be performed overnight from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, from April 1 - 25, weather permitting. Alternating single-lane closures will be in place throughout construction in the following areas:

  • Eisenhower/US34 from Loch Mount Drive to Harlow Lane heading westbound
  • Taft Avenue from west 15th Street to First Bank
  • Eisenhower/US34 from Prospect Avenue to Harlow Lane heading eastbound

Additionally, residents should expect delays while construction is being performed. Traffic control signs and personnel will be on site to navigate traffic during the working hours.

Throughout construction, there will be noise from the equipment while Mears relocates several gas lines. There will also be temporary lights in the area that may be disruptive.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while this work is being performed and as we prepare for the intersection improvement project.

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