Black Hills Energy is continuing infrastructure investments in Eureka Springs in 2024 by updating its natural gas system with modern materials and methods, ensuring safe and reliable energy well into the future.

In this year’s construction phase, Black Hills Energy crews and contractors Barrows Construction and Stan Savage Plumbing will work primarily on East and West Spring Street beginning in January and later onto Ravine Road.

“To meet our customers’ growing energy needs and maintain the high level of safety and service our customers rely on, Black Hills Energy is always looking ahead and planning investments in our reliable and sustainable system,” said Joey Msall, general manager of operations at Black Hills Energy in Arkansas. “We greatly appreciate our partnership with the City of Eureka Springs as we execute our plan to support this community. Black Hills Energy is committed to providing an advanced, modern gas system that will serve this community for future generations.”

Construction will include technicians locating and marking underground utility lines and working along roads and in the public right of way. Temporary lane closures may be necessary for safety precautions.

Natural gas meters will also be moved to safer locations to avoid potential damages due to vehicles or other hazards near roads. Affected customers along the replacement route will be contacted directly to notify of the changes and temporary gas service interruption. A technician will be available, at no cost, to inspect natural gas piping inside homes for safety and code compliance and answer questions.

To learn more about this investment project, visit blackhillsenergy. com/eureka. Customers with questions may call 888-8905554 or submit a form at blackhillsenergy. com/contact-customer- service. Customers are encouraged to visit blackhillsenergy.com/ ready to find energy savings and safety tips, payment assistance and other resources.