About the Project
Beginning in February 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