The Eastern Kentucky Pipeline Replacement Project is a natural gas pipeline replacement project that will increase capacity and modernize the existing natural gas system in the area, which will enhance reliability for our customers. This multi-year project involves installing a 16-inch pipe that will replace 10 miles of existing 8-inch and 12-inch pipe along this line.
As shown in the map below, the survey corridor extends roughly from Middletown to Simpsonville. The pipeline replacement project will be located within existing road right-of-way and acquired easements.
Survey work for this project is expected to start in the beginning of 2026 and finish in the fall of 2026. The construction schedule will be determined over the next few years based on the survey information and subsequent design/engineering work.
Those who have natural gas or electric service will not be impacted by this survey work. Residents and businesses who are near this area will likely see our employees, contractors and survey vehicles working along this pipeline route.
Contact
For questions or concerns, please email Eastern_Kentucky_Replacement_Project@lge-ku.com or call (502) 333-1105. Be sure to provide your name and contact information where you can be reached along with your question or concern. We will get back to you as soon as possible.
Common Questions
Will my property or yard be damaged?
Property owners of locations in which work will occur will be notified in advance. We do not anticipate this work will cause damage to your property; however, your property will be restored to its original condition if damage does occur. You may see colored flags and paint that are used to identify utility locations. Please help us by leaving the flags in place to allow our crews to collect the data. They will be removed upon completion of work. Small test holes may be dug with hand tools to assess soil characteristics or potential archeological findings.
Will traffic be blocked near the work area?
We will make every effort to minimize traffic disruptions, but there may be times when traffic will be impacted. We will post signs if a temporary detour is necessary for safety purposes. In situations like this, we will minimize the length of time traffic will be blocked to the best of our ability, and crews will be on-site to move any survey vehicles that may be blocking the road for residents who live in the area.
What kind of equipment will I see during the surveying?
Crews will use land survey equipment, drones, and All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) to collect data. Most of the data will be collected on foot by walking along the area of interest.
How do I know if someone working in the area is an LG&E employee or contractor?
LG&E employees and supervisors of our contract partners will have a company ID card with the person’s name and photograph, plus the LG&E company logo. These individuals will be on site or nearby when others are working in the project area. If you are unsure about someone who is working on your property, you are encouraged to ask the individual to speak with their supervisor or an LG&E employee.
