Columbia Gas Pipeline Replacement Project
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About the Project
As a part of Columbia Gas of Virginia’s commitment to provide safe and reliable natural gas to its customers and nearby residents, we are making a significant investment to replace natural gas pipelines in your community as a part of a multi-phase, multi-year program to modernize its natural gas distribution system.
Currently, Columbia Gas has been undertaking a pipeline replacement project in Prince William County to replace the aging steel pipe with state-of-the art coated steel pipe. Thanks to advancements in technology since the aging gas line was first put into service, we now install specially designed, long-lasting lines more suited for underground use.
Utilizing an existing 50-foot Columbia Gas easement, phase 4B of the DVA6 project is located in Prince William County and stretches from approximately Purcell Road and ends at approximately Carapace Court. Construction will occur within Columbia Gas’ 50-foot easement. This phase of the project is expected to begin in Late April and be completed by Late September.
Advisories/Notices
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Columbia Gas will be posting construction updates to this section of the website on a regular basis. Please visit this site often for the most up-to-date construction information. If you would like to receive updates on the project via email, please provide us your information here.
DVA6 Phases 4A and 4C Construction Completion Notice
Posted
November 22, 2024

Dear Resident,

As a part of Columbia Gas of Virginia’s commitment to provide safe and reliable natural gas to its customers and nearby residents, we have made a significant investment to replace natural gas pipelines in your community as a part of a multi-phase, multi-year program to modernize its natural gas distribution system.

The construction phase of the DVA6 pipeline replacement project on Phases 4A and 4C have been completed. This project replaced the aging steel pipe with state-of-the art coated steel pipe. Thanks to advancements in technology since the aging gas line was first put into service, we have now installed specially designed, long-lasting lines more suited for underground use.

We would like to thank you for your patience over the last several months as we have worked to complete this important safety and infrastructure upgrade.

Over the course of the next several weeks, our crews will be working to restore any disturbed areas to their pre-construction condition. Weather permitting, the landscaping and restoration work is expected to begin shortly after the Thanksgiving holiday and conclude in early 2025. This will include repairing any hard surfaces that were disturbed as part of the DVA6 project.

As a critical infrastructure provider, we work to provide safety, service, and comfort to our customers and the communities we serve. If you have any questions, please email me at info@dva6project.com.

DVA 6 Project Phase A Construction Update : Tie In Activity
Posted
October 18, 2024

Dear Resident,

Columbia Gas is committed to keeping you informed as the construction of the DVA6 project progresses. Construction is moving forward and is on schedule for completion.

Please be aware that this week, October 21st through October 25th, there are some processes that need to occur to tap into the infrastructure that may cause minor disturbances within your community. Intermittently you will hear some periods of loud noise and may smell some of the odorant added to natural gas.

These activities will be focused near Fox Den Road and Purcell Road. During this time services will be tied into the existing infrastructure.

As a critical infrastructure provider, we work to provide safety, service, and comfort to our customers and the communities we serve. We encourage community members to visit our project site at www.dva6project.comand sign up to receive updates. If you have any questions, please email us at info@dva6project.com.

DVA 6 Project Phase A Construction Update : Hydro Testing
Posted
October 7, 2024

Dear Resident,

Columbia Gas is committed to keeping you informed as the construction of the DVA6 project progresses. Construction is moving forward and is on schedule for completion.

Please be aware that on the week of October 10th through October 17th, 2024 that we will be conducting water testing in the new pipeline and that you may hear loud noises during the course of this exercise. This noise is normal as the pipe is filled with water and then the water is removed.

As we complete the final portions of the pipeline project, you may continue to experience some minor disturbances. There may be additional traffic from larger vehicles near the construction site. If traffic control is needed, a state-certified flagging crew will be on-site to ensure safety and maintain the flow of vehicles traveling around the site. You may also hear additional noise from construction equipment during the hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

As a critical infrastructure provider, we work to provide safety, service, and comfort to our customers and the communities we serve. We encourage community members to visit our project site at www.dva6project.com and sign up to receive updates. If you have any questions, please email us at info@dva6project.com.

DVA 6 Project Advisory: Phase C Construction Updates
Posted
August 19, 2024

Columbia Gas is committed to keeping you informed as the construction of the DVA6 project progresses. Construction is moving forward and is on schedule for completion.

Please be aware that on the week of August 19 through August 23, 2024 that we will be conducting water testing in the new pipeline and that you will hear loud noises during the course of this exercise. This noise is normal as the pipe is filled with water and then the water is removed.

The trail that connects Saunders Middle School and the adjacent neighborhoods will also be closed during this time and there will be no access to it until all testing has been completed.

As a critical infrastructure provider, we work to provide safety, service, and comfort to our customers and the communities we serve. If you have any questions, please email us at info@dva6project.com.

DVA 6 Project Advisory: 4th of July Holiday Construction Schedule
Posted
July 1, 2024

Dear Resident,

Columbia Gas is committed to keeping you informed throughout the construction process of the DVA 6 project. We would like to provide you with an updated construction schedule as we know many residents will plan to be outdoors during the 4th of July holiday. The construction will pause on July 4th and resume the normal construction schedule on the 5th.The full schedule is listed below for this week.

July 3rd: Construction Ends at Noon (12 p.m.)

July 4th: No Construction Occurring

July 5th: Construction Occurring

July 6th: Construction Occurring

July 7th: No Construction Occurring

Please reach out to our team at info@dva6project.com if you have any questions.

Columbia Gas DVA6 Phase 4C Construction Mobilization Announcement
Posted
May 21, 2024

Dear Community

This advisory is to provide you with information on work that will begin this month that may impact you.

What:   Columbia Gas’ pipeline replacement project is an approximately three-mile project to replace the aging steel pipe with state-of-the art coated steel pipe.

When:  Beginning in mid-May and expected to be completed by late September.  

Where: This phase is located in Prince William County and stretches from approximately Carapace Court (privately-owned) in Dale City, goes behind Herbert J. Saunders Middle School’s ballfields and homes on Rhode Island Drive and ends at approximately Olender Park Court. Construction will occur within Columbia Gas’ 50-foot easement.

Why:  This project is a necessary and significant investment to ensure safe and reliable natural gas delivery to our customers.

What to Expect: As we work to complete the pipeline replacement project, you may experience some minor disturbances. There may be additional traffic from larger vehicles near the construction site. If traffic control is needed, a state-certified flagging crew will be on-site to ensure safety and maintain the flow of vehicles traveling around the site. You may also hear additional noise from construction equipment during the hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

As a critical infrastructure provider, we work to provide safety, service, and comfort to our customers and the communities we serve. We will strive to keep you informed as to any work associated with the new pipeline replacement project. We encourage community members to visit this project site regularly and sign up to receive updates.

Frequently Asked Questions
  • Q:
    What is Columbia Gas’ pipeline replacement project?
    A:
    Columbia Gas’ pipeline replacement project is an approximately 3-mile project to replace the aging steel pipe with state-of-the art coated steel pipe. The project is a significant investment to ensure safe and reliable natural gas delivery to its customers. The project is being completed in phases. Property owners within the construction area are notified well in advance of any work taking place.
  • Q:
    Why is the project needed?
    A:
    Due to the age and condition of the current pipeline and the increased need for maintenance, this infrastructure replacement project is a priority for Columbia Gas. Our proactive steps will ensure the continued safe, reliable distribution of natural gas, especially in light of the organic growth taking place in the area, while minimizing the impact to our customers.
  • Q:
    Where is the latest phase located?
    A:
    Phase 4B of the DVA6 project is located in Prince William County and stretches from approximately Purcell Road and ends at approximately Carapace Court.
  • Q:
    Will the work be conducted within existing easements?
    A:
    Construction will occur within Columbia Gas’ 50-foot easement. If other easements are needed, Columbia Gas will work with those property owners to obtain the easement.
  • Q:
    How will property-owners be notified of the work?
    A:
    Property owners adjacent to the area affected by this phase have received several notifications from Columbia Gas about the work that will be conducted. As construction is finalized, property owners will receive a letter from Columbia Gas with a construction start date. Additionally, this website will be updated to include information on construction.
  • Q:
    What is the restoration plan after the project is completed?
    A:
    Columbia Gas will restore a property owners’ property to the same condition it was prior to any land disturbance caused by Columbia Gas. However, this does not include structures such as fences and sheds that may have been placed within Columbia Gas’ easement. For more information on easements, also known as rights-of way (ROW), please visit www.columbiagasva.com/encroachments.
Stay Informed
By providing your contact information, the Columbia Gas team will email regular advisories/notices to your email as it relates to this project and in particular the phase that is beginning this spring. Personal email information will not be shared with any outside source. It is solely for the use of providing you with up-to-date information on the project.
If you have a question that has not been answered on this website, please feel free to email  info@dva6project.com
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