Columbia Gas Outlines 2027 Pipeline Work in Gahanna and Along Agler Road
Plans presented to Gahanna City Council cover high-pressure natural gas lines serving thousands of Columbus-area customers.
Columbia Gas presented project plans to the Gahanna City Council on Monday, Oct. 19, for the North Columbus High Pressure pipeline project through Gahanna and along Agler Road.
The pipeline feeds multiple distribution systems across the Columbus area serving thousands of Columbia Gas customers, according to utility project filings.
A Columbia Gas of Ohio route map shows planned 2027 pipeline work along Agler Road crossing under Interstate 270.
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For the Agler Road improvements, expected construction begins in February 2027 covering 2.33 miles of pipe, according to project specifications.
The utility stated that the 2027 construction will occur on Agler Road between Gatewood Road and Big Walnut Creek.
Construction is expected to be completed by December 2027, and a portion of the project was completed in 2025, according to project documents.
Columbia has filed an application seeking approval for the construction of the project from the Ohio Power Siting Board.
A Columbia Gas of Ohio map outlines the pipeline route through Gahanna along James, Hamilton, and Taylor roads.
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Project details to replace and upgrade gas mains within the Gahanna and Columbus communities cover 4.54 miles of pipe, with an expected start date in January 2027.
Installing new gas line facilities is required to comply with federal safety mandates under PHMSA’s Mega Rule.
Columbia has filed an application with the Ohio Power Siting Board seeking approval for the construction of this project.
Most of the work is to be conducted within the road right-of-way, and construction will affect traffic flow throughout the project, according to company disclosures.
When work begins, the project will require temporary street and lane closures throughout construction.
There are no scheduled service interruptions to Columbia Gas service as a result of the construction.
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Columbia Gas presented project plans to the Gahanna City Council on Monday, Oct. 19, for the North Columbus High Pressure pipeline project through Gahanna and along Agler Road.
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Columbia Gas presented project plans to the Gahanna City Council on Monday, Oct. 19, for the North Columbus High Pressure pipeline project through Gahanna and along Agler Road.
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2026-0211 · North Columbus High Pressure (NCHP) Pipeline - Gahanna and Agler Road Project Presentation 2026-10-19
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The pipeline feeds multiple distribution systems across the Columbus area serving thousands of Columbia Gas customers, according to utility project filings.
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The pipeline feeds multiple systems across the Columbus footprint, which services thousands of Columbia Gas customers.
Project details to replace and upgrade gas mains within the Gahanna and Columbus communities cover 4.54 miles of pipe, with an expected start date in January 2027.
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Project details: Replace and upgrade gas mains within the Gahanna and Columbus communities Expected start date: January 2027 Expected end date: December 2027 Distance: 4.54 miles of pipe
Installing new gas line facilities is required to comply with federal safety mandates under PHMSA’s Mega Rule.
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The installation of new gas line facilities is required to comply with federal safety mandates – namely PHMSA’s Mega Rule.
Columbia has filed an application with the Ohio Power Siting Board seeking approval for the construction of this project.
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Columbia has filed an application with the Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB) seeking approval for the construction of this project.
Most of the work is to be conducted within the road right-of-way, and construction will affect traffic flow throughout the project, according to company disclosures.
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As most of the work is to be conducted within the road right-of-way, construction will affect the flow of traffic for the duration of the project as we progress through various phases of the replacement.
When work begins, the project will require temporary street and lane closures throughout construction.
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When the project starts, there will be street closures, lane closures and other traffic impacts throughout the duration of the project.
There are no scheduled service interruptions to Columbia Gas service as a result of the construction.
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There are no scheduled interruptions to your Columbia Gas service as a result of the construction.
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For the Agler Road improvements, expected construction begins in February 2027 covering 2.33 miles of pipe, according to project specifications.
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Project details: Agler Road NCHP Improvements Expected start date: February 2027 Expected end date: December 2027 Distance: 2.33 miles of pipe
The utility stated that the 2027 construction will occur on Agler Road between Gatewood Road and Big Walnut Creek.
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This project work that will occur in 2027 will occur on Agler Road between Gatewood Road and Big Walnut Creek.
Construction is expected to be completed by December 2027, and a portion of the project was completed in 2025, according to project documents.
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A portion of the project was completed in 2025. Preliminary survey work has already begun for this project. Construction is anticipated to start in February 2027 and is expected to be completed by December 2027.
Columbia has filed an application seeking approval for the construction of the project from the Ohio Power Siting Board.
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Columbia has filed an application with the Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB), seeking approval for the construction of this project.