Columbia Gas to begin project in Tiffin

Columbia Gas contractor Miller Pipeline is set to begin a relocation project in Tiffin. Crews are installing approximately 600 feet of new pipe serving residences on sections of Schonhardt Street (Coe, Park, Main, and Walker). There are also small pockets of work near Charlotte and 2nd streets as well as Circular and Rebecca streets. This project is necessary to alleviate conflict with a planned city improvement project. In terms of project sequencing, pre-construction work is largely complete. During this phase, residents would have noticed markers and flags cropping up in yards. These are to mark the locations of underground facilities. Miller Pipeline kindly asks that everyone keep all markers in place until the work is finished. Installation of the new mainline began this week. Once the mainline is installed and put into service, crews will follow up with service line replacements for individual homes. These take about 2-4 hours per property and include a brief service disconnection (generally an hour or two). Indoor meters will be relocated outside as well. Personnel will reach out to schedule an appointment for the disconnect, relight, and meter relocation (if necessary) with each property owner. As for restoration, crews will temporarily restore all property to ensure safety and accessibility and then follow up with permanent restoration as the project nears completion. Note, restoration may occur jointly with the city roadway project. As for traffic, expect some congestion in the work zones, but flaggers will be on-hand to get all motorists through safely. Further, crews will not block residents in their driveways. Columbia Gas thanks you for your patience and understanding. Any questions, concerns or any other special circumstances may be directed to Benjamin Cutler, public affairs specialist at Columbia Gas, by calling 216-215-4103 or emailing Bcutler@nisource.com.