FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Dec. 22, 2020 – Black Hills Energy has proudly served the Huntsville community for more than 80 years, providing safe and reliable natural gas service to homes and businesses. In 2020, crews began a project to upgrade natural gas lines in Huntsville by replacing approximately 2400 feet of natural gas lines along Highway 412 Business.  In 2021 work will continue, as crews will be upgrading approximately 7500 additional feet of natural gas lines throughout the area.

Along with construction work in the area, crews will also be moving gas meters to safer locations to avoid damages due to vehicles or other hazards along the street. Customers whose meters are being moved will be notified in advance.

Black Hills Energy will be using several contractors to assist with this project. All contractors will carry Black Hills Energy identification and are trained to meet our high safety, service, and quality standards.

“Our communities need and deserve safe, reliable energy, and Black Hills Energy is committed to making sure we deliver,”

“Our communities need and deserve safe, reliable energy, and Black Hills Energy is committed to making sure we deliver,” said Chad Kinsley, vice president of gas operations for Black Hills Energy in Arkansas. “The new gas lines require less maintenance, improve the ability for precise utility locating and are installed using the latest materials and methods.”

During construction, there may be times where traffic flow will be rerouted or disrupted.  Black Hills Energy will be working with city officials to coordinate any lane or street closures.  Updates on construction and any impacts to travel around Huntsville will be provided as the project progresses.  Stay connected with Black Hills Energy by logging on to www.blackhillsenergy.com or by following us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.