$182 Million Gas Pipeline Replacement Project Kicks Off in Southeast Michigan
(P&GJ) — Consumers Energy has launched construction on its Four Cities Metro Pipeline project, a $182 million upgrade to ensure continued natural gas reliability for customers across Oakland and Macomb counties.
The project will replace aging infrastructure serving the cities of Royal Oak, Clawson, Madison Heights, and Warren, with eight miles of new 24-inch pipeline expected to be installed by 2029. Construction is now underway at four intersections in the metro Detroit region.
“Replacing and modernizing this large-scale pipeline means people in metro Detroit will continue to have safe and reliable service,” said Holly Bowers, Consumers Energy’s vice president of natural gas engineering and supply. “This project is a critical part of our work to deliver natural gas around the clock 24/7/365, today and in the future.”
The Four Cities Metro Pipeline replaces segments of a system originally built in the 1950s. Consumers Energy has coordinated with local governments to minimize disruptions and adjust pipeline routing where needed. The project is expected to create about 100 construction jobs annually.
“We serve over 750,000 homes and businesses in Oakland and Macomb counties, and we’re committed to providing them with natural gas that’s safe, affordable and reliable,” said Chris Fultz, Consumers Energy’s vice president of natural gas operations. “We appreciate the patience of our customers as we do this important work and promise to work with communities to address any questions or concerns.”
Consumers Energy provides natural gas and electricity to 6.8 million Michigan residents across 68 Lower Peninsula counties.
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