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Posted on: December 21, 2022

PECO to Install New Natural Gas Pipe at Barren Road and Nearby Streets

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Please see the attached LETTER FROM PECO regarding work to upgrade and install new underground natural gas pipe in the Barren Road / Devon Drive area of Newtown Township.  

The work is to take place at the following locations:

  • Barren Road from Springhouse Lane to north of Devon Drive 
  • Rockwood Road from Woodhill Road to Devon Drive 
  • Devon Drive from north of Woodhill Road to Barren Road 
  • Dutton Drive from Rockwood Road to Barren Road

Work is expected to begin January 3, 2023.  It should be taking place on Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  The project should be completed in July 2023.                       

This work will be performed by Miller Brothers, a qualified PECO contractor. Further information for residents of the area can be found here:

Newtown Township reminds all those travelling through any such work zone to be extremely careful, and to follow the instructions of those workers from PECO and their sub-contractors who want to ensure everyone's safety while the project is completed.

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