Shields Street Natural
Gas Project
Overview
We replaced approximately one mile of natural gas line along Shields Street between Drake and Horsetooth roads in Fort Collins, Colorado. This marked the next phase of a multi-year natural gas project in Fort Collins, as well as the third phase of work taking place on Shields Street.
This work allows us to continue to provide safe, reliable natural gas service and enhances system resiliency during extreme weather.
Construction updates
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Crews have completed construction and restoration of the Shields Street Natural Gas Project along Shields Street, between Drake and Horsetooth roads. We plan to return in 2026 to construct the next phase of the project near Shields Street and Horsetooth Road.
It was our pleasure to work in your community, and we thank you for your patience and cooperation.
How it affects you
During work, you may have noticed:
- Marking of utility lines and utility survey holes.
- Road and sidewalk closures.
- Traffic control.
- Temporary changes to access.
- Construction noise.
We installed natural gas line by open trenching and boring.
- Open trenching involved digging a trench and placing the natural gas line in the trench.
- Boring used a bore machine to create an underground pathway through which the line is pulled or drilled.
We are committed to maintaining a safe working environment in your community. For your safety and the safety of our crews, remember these tips:
- Watch for construction crews and equipment.
- Do not enter construction areas.
- Obey signage and directions from crews.
- Reduce speeds while traveling.
- Observe parking restrictions.
- Remain flexible as work progresses and work areas change.
We restored work areas to conditions required by permits as the weather allowed. Work areas may have been left temporarily restored after construction until we can complete final restoration.
Schedule
Construction began in May 2025 and concluded in Fall 2025.
Schedules are subject to change.
What you can do
If you have questions or comments, we want to hear from you.
Call us at 720-994-3729 or email [email protected] to learn more.
Safety
Public safety is at the foundation of all we do. The safety of the public around our natural gas system influences every decision we make.
If you ever suspect a natural gas leak, leave your home or business immediately. Once you are safely away, call 911, then Xcel Energy at 800-895-2999.
For more information on our commitment to safety, please visit our Public Safety page.
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