Peoples Natural Gas to Replace 3,000 Feet of Pipeline in Squirrel Hill
Peoples Natural Gas is replacing 3,000 feet of gas pipeline in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood. The project, starting Sunday, will replace 19th-century pipelines along Forward Avenue, Murray Avenue, and Pocusset Street, with overnight work on Murray Avenue and daytime work…
Pittsburgh, PA, August 14, 2026 —
Peoples Natural Gas is set to begin a significant infrastructure project in Pittsburgh’s Squirrel Hill neighborhood this Sunday, focused on replacing approximately 3,000 feet of aging gas pipeline. The initiative aims to modernize the neighborhood’s gas distribution system by replacing pipes that date back to the 19th century.
The project will primarily affect three key streets: Forward Avenue, Murray Avenue, and Pocusset Street. Work on Murray Avenue is scheduled to take place overnight, while operations on Forward Avenue will be conducted during daytime hours. The specific timeline for Pocusset Street was not provided.
This replacement effort is part of ongoing efforts by utility companies to upgrade aging infrastructure, which can help ensure service reliability and safety. The 19th-century pipelines, having been in service for well over a century, are often more susceptible to wear and potential issues compared to modern materials and installation techniques.
Details regarding the exact start date of the project beyond it commencing this Sunday, the duration of the work on each street, or potential disruptions to residents and traffic were not fully detailed. Peoples Natural Gas is undertaking this project to enhance the integrity of its natural gas delivery network in the Squirrel Hill area.
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