On Monday, August 22, NIPSCO began routine maintenance work on an existing underground 16” natural gas pipeline in South Bend as part of the company’s on-going plan to modernize the natural gas system across the service territory. The work is located at the intersection of Western Avenue and Mayflower Road and is expected to last through October, weather depending.
Beginning Tuesday, September 13, the westbound and eastbound lanes of Western Avenue will be closed simultaneously. The eastbound lane will reopen on Friday, September 16, 2022. For the duration of this maintenance project, detour routes and closure signage will be posted.
Please exercise extra caution when traveling near marked construction zones. Be sure to slow down and follow the direction of on-site crew members and posted signs.
Graycor, an approved NIPSCO contractor, will be supporting this planned work. Customers are not expected to experience any interruptions to their existing natural gas service as a result of this work.
For your safety, NIPSCO encourages anyone who may detect natural gas odors, regardless of whether or not they suspect it’s related to this project, to call 1-800-4-NIPSCO (1-800-464-7726). A service technician will be sent to ensure the safety of the area.
Detecting a Gas Leak Since natural gas is colorless and odorless, NIPSCO adds a harmless, non-toxic chemical that makes it easier to detect a gas leak before it can create a hazardous situation. The chemical, called mercaptan, smells a lot like rotten eggs.
When You Smell Natural Gas If you detect natural gas, remember to “stop, leave, call”:
