• Crews continue excavation activities to prepare the area for upcoming gas infrastructure improvements.
• Welding work began on new pipeline sections that will be installed as part of the updated construction design near 134 Ingraham Street.
• Preparatory work remains focused on safely advancing the project while supporting the long-term reliability of the local gas system.

• Crews continue to do trench work along Porter Avenue to prepare for a planned connection to the existing gas main.
• Excavation and installation of protective support systems were completed in the area where future pipeline activities will take place.
• Work began near the district vault to prepare for upcoming piping improvements and infrastructure upgrades.
• New pipeline sections were welded and installed, while additional pipe components were assembled in advance to support upcoming phases of construction and help maintain project progress.

• Crews completed trenching and protective support work along Porter Avenue to prepare for upcoming gas infrastructure improvements.
• Installation of new piping that will connect to the facility's strainer vault was completed, an important step in enhancing system reliability.
• Additional pipeline components were prepared in advance to support future phases of construction and help keep the project on schedule.
• Crews also assembled equipment that will be used during future system operations and testing activities.
• Project teams met to review the locations of upcoming connection points and access areas, ensuring work continues safely and efficiently.

• Crews continued excavation work near Porter Avenue to prepare for upcoming gas infrastructure improvements.
• Preparations for a new pipeline connection were completed.
• New valve equipment was assembled and installed to help improve system reliability.
• Work progressed on installing key components that will support the safe and reliable delivery of natural gas to the community.

Work within the underground pit closest to Joyva and directly across from the Rivian Service Center entrance will also take place intermittently.  

The driveway to Rivian may be closed periodically during work hours. Cones and flaggers will be utilized on site to safely direct traffic and pedestrians around these excavations during work hours. All businesses are open during construction.

At the end of each workday, all excavations will be secured and plated for vehicle and pedestrian safety.  

Work will shift to the Ingraham and Porter intersection.

*Due to the complexity of outside construction, schedule is subject to change. For your safety, please do not enter work zones.*

Work within the underground pit closest to Joyva and directly across from the Rivian Service Center entrance will also take place intermittently.  

The driveway to Rivian may be closed periodically during work hours. Cones and flaggers will be utilized on site to safely direct traffic and pedestrians around these excavations during work hours. All businesses are open during construction.

At the end of each workday, all excavations will be secured and plated for vehicle and pedestrian safety.  

Work will shift to the Ingraham and Porter intersection. 

*Due to the complexity of outside construction, schedule is subject to change. For your safety, please do not enter work zones.*

All vaults have been successfully installed (crane on site last week).

Work within the underground pit closest to Joyva and directly across from the Rivian Service Center entrance will also take place intermittently.  

The driveway to Rivian may be closed periodically during work hours. Cones and flaggers will be utilized on site to safely direct traffic and pedestrians around these excavations during work hours. All businesses are open during construction.

At the end of each workday, all excavations will be secured and plated for vehicle and pedestrian safety.  

*Due to the complexity of outside construction, schedule is subject to change. For your safety, please do not enter work zones.*

REMINDER: Crane on-site this week!

As part of our ongoing work in your neighborhood, a crane is scheduled to be on site on Thursday, July 8th, and Friday, July 9th. During this time, Ingraham Street will be temporarily closed to traffic while the crane is in operation. Thank you in advance for your patience.

Crews completed excavation of sidewalk trench toward Porter Ave – arborist onsite

• Test pit service at 65 Porter Ave
• Welding/prefabrication for strainer vault inlet
• July 3 observed holiday – no work
  
  

Friday, July 3rd - OBSERVED HOLIDAY - NO WORK

Crews continue to work on the vault closer to Porter Avenue.

• Excavated sidewalk trench from strainer vault toward Porter Ave – arborist onsite
• Welding/prefabrication for district vault and strainer vault
• Installed well points for sump pumps in district vault
• Test pit Joyva factory foundation
• Test pit on Porter & Varick Ave – confirmed DEP water issue was correct
  
  

 *Due to the complexity of outside construction, schedule is subject to change. For your safety, please do not enter work zones.*

Thank you for your continued patience as we progress down Ingraham Street. 

We appreciate your understanding as we work to complete this phase safely and efficiently.

Our contractor team, Danella, will be performing excavation closer to the Porter Avenue intersection. This work is being conducted in compliance with DOT requirements and is part of our ongoing efforts to enhance system reliability and support future operational needs. Cones and flaggers will be utilized on site to safely direct traffic and pedestrians around these excavations during work hours (Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM).

Please note: there will be no interruption to service for our customers. What you may expect during construction:

• Full roadway closure on Ingraham Street during work hours.
• Excavations. Digging within the roadway and sidewalk. All excavations will be plated during non-working hours.
• Traffic Impacts. Work will be in the sidewalk and roadway with traffic flaggers on site to assist pedestrians and motorists.
• Safety. For your safety, please do not enter work zones and be mindful of work zones during and after hours.
• Direct contact with our Outreach Team. If you have questions or concerns, please call or email our team.

We will begin mobilizing and delivering materials to the storage area at the corner of Ingraham Street and Porter Avenue.

Beginning in May, National Grid will begin upgrades to existing infrastructure on Ingraham Street between Varick Ave. and Porter Ave. This project will help improve service reliability, efficiency, and overall safety. The project will be done in two phases: 

Phase 1: Upgrade station on Ingraham St. btw Varick Ave & Porter Ave (see map). 
Phase 2: Retire station on Porter Ave and Johnson Ave. (anticipated in 2027).