We are committed to keeping our customers informed about important updates we are making to our infrastructure – designed to enhance safety, improve reliability, and continue to provide you with the energy you need for life's moments.​

Overview 

Construction on North Sheridan Avenue began this week, between North 30th Avenue and North 26th Avenue. This project involves steel main installation and will take place in the roadway. We expect construction on North Sheridan Avenue to be complete in early July.

Contractor summary

CenterPoint works with multiple contractors to complete construction projects in a safe and timely manner. You will see these contractors working in your area and may be contacted by them at various stages in the construction process. Employees of authorized contractors will have CenterPoint​ Energy identification cards. Do not allow anyone inside your home without seeing identification.

Marking utilities 

CenterPoint Energy will locate public underground utilities. This is an important safety preparation, done before construction begins. The utilities will be marked with spray paint and flags. If you have installed any private lines such as sprinklers or dog fences, we ask that you mark them with a material that is convenient for you. Examples include spray paint, flags, and wooden sticks used to stir paint. Marking sprinkler heads is sufficient. If any utility flags are left in residents' yards after restoration is complete, they may be removed and thrown away.

Natural gas main work 

A large diameter steel gas main will be installed along the west side of Beech Street and will require a trench to be opened in the road. The new main will have protective coatings that add to the infrastructure's durability.

Please keep in mind that some intersections may not be permanently restored until after the service work is complete. Until then, customers may see temporary backfill such as dirt or gravel.​

Restoration 

The final step in an infrastructure project is to restore the roads, sidewalks, boulevards, and lawns that were impacted by construction. Restoration is typically on site a few weeks after the completion of all other construction. Until then, temporary restoration is done by the utility crews to maintain an area's livability.

For more details visit the Restoration Practices page.

Traffic impacts 

Steel main replacements take place in the roadway and will require at least one block to be closed at a time. Detours will be in place and resident access will be maintained throughout the project.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we replace our infrastructure! We value the ​privilege of having you as a customer.

Questions?

Head to our website for more information about the construction process and impacts on the area. 

For additional questions, contact our Communication Specialist at una.omeara@centerpointenergy.com or 612-542-6198.