About the Project
Beginning in May 2026, our crews and contractors will be installing upgraded infrastructure in two phases along Metropolitan Avenue and in Forest Hills, Queens. Please note: there will be no interruption to service for our customers.
Phase 1 involves installing a new underground infrastructure in sections along Metropolitan Avenue, starting at 74th Avenue and ending at 70th Drive.
Phase 2 will build a new gate station and install heaters within National Grid property on Metropolitan Avenue and 70th Drive
Project Benefits:
- Reliable Service During Peak Demand
- This project ensures that homes and businesses always have the energy they need, even during the coldest days or times of high demand.
- This project ensures that homes and businesses always have the energy they need, even during the coldest days or times of high demand.
- Supports Local Growth
- As more people move into the area and new businesses open, this upgrade makes sure the system can handle the extra demand without interruptions.
- As more people move into the area and new businesses open, this upgrade makes sure the system can handle the extra demand without interruptions.
- Safety and Maintenance
- By adding a new source of supply, we can safely perform maintenance on other parts of the system without affecting customers.
- By adding a new source of supply, we can safely perform maintenance on other parts of the system without affecting customers.
- Prepared for the Future
- This investment helps the community stay ready for future needs, so service remains strong as the neighborhood grows.
- This investment helps the community stay ready for future needs, so service remains strong as the neighborhood grows.
Please click our live progress map of the project here: Forest Hills Project Map