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Please reach out to us at 800-242-6227 or NCHP@Nisource.com with questions about this project or contact Luka Papalko at lpapalko@nisource.com or 614-420-1376.
If you smell gas, think you have a gas leak, have carbon monoxide symptoms or have some other emergency situation, go outside and call 911 and then call us at 1-800-344-4077 (24/7).
To comply with federal requirements, we are replacing our gas lines within the Linden and Clintonville communities. There will be minimal direct impact to Columbia Gas customers. Pipeline construction may affect traffic throughout the duration of the project, as most work will be done in the road right-of-way. We ask all motorists to be patient and be respectful of all work zone directives.
Project details: Clintonville and Linden communities
Expected start date: May 2024
Expected end date: September 2025
Distance: 4.2 miles of pipe
NCHP stands for North Columbus High Pressure. The Central Columbus project is the first of several planned over a multi-year period. All NCHP projects require gas line replacements to comply with federal requirements.
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We are committed to our system’s safety and reliability by investing in our facilities to mitigate risk and address aging infrastructure. The installation of new gas line facilities also aligns with compliance of federal safety mandates – namely PHMSA's Mega Rule. *See section (2)
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The pipeline feeds multiple systems across the Columbus footprint, which services thousands of Columbia Gas customers.
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Preliminary survey work has already begun for this project. Construction is anticipated to start in May of 2024. The project is expected to be completed in September of 2025, weather and resources permitting.
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This project will involve both the Linden and Clintonville communities. (See below map for project route)
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Minimal traffic interruption will be needed to complete the preliminary digs that take place prior to the start of the project. When the project starts, it is likely there will be street closures at times, and lane closures throughout the duration of the project. Detour routes and work zone areas will be clearly marked and should always be respected to ensure the safety of motorists and workers.
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Columbia has filed an application with the Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB), seeking approval for the construction of this project. The application can be found at https://www.columbiagasohio.com/our-company/about-us/regulatory-information. We will also obtain approval from appropriate municipality partners.
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The Ohio Power Siting Board, also known as the OPSB, is a state agency that considers requests for approval of large electric and natural gas infrastructure projects. You can read more about the OPSB at http://www.opsb.ohio.gov.
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A team has identified all sensitive environmental and cultural areas in the vicinity and has designed this project in a manner that minimizes its impact. Construction will follow regulations from the U.S. EPA, Ohio EPA, Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Army Corps of Engineers, the OPSB and others to protect the environment.
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We will be meeting with public officials and notifying property owners and community members throughout the project. Prior to construction, we will host public meetings to explain this required work and answer questions.
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Please reach out to us at 800-242-6227 or NCHP@Nisource.com with questions about this project or contact Luka Papalko at lpapalko@nisource.com or 614-420-1376.
Have an emergency?
If you smell gas, think you have a gas leak, have carbon monoxide symptoms or have some other emergency situation, go outside and call 911 and then call us at 1-800-344-4077 (24/7).