Route 2 in North Adams Sees Road Construction for Gas Main Replacement

Berkshire Gas begins mile-long project to update aging infrastructure, causing detours but maintaining local access

Apr. 14, 2026 at 3:50pm

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An abstract, impressionistic photograph of blurred construction equipment and road signs, conveying the sense of disruption and transition during a road improvement project.Roadwork along a major thoroughfare disrupts the flow of traffic, but the temporary inconvenience paves the way for improved infrastructure and reliability.North Adams Today

Roadwork has begun on a mile-long stretch of Route 2 in North Adams, Massachusetts as Berkshire Gas replaces an aging gas main. The project is expected to last around three months, with detours in place for westbound and eastbound drivers, though local traffic and services will still be able to access the area.

Why it matters

Upgrading aging infrastructure is crucial for maintaining reliable utility services, but can cause temporary disruptions for commuters. North Adams residents will need to plan for potential delays during the construction period.

The details

Berkshire Gas is replacing old gas lines running from the intersection of West Main Street and Brown Street to the intersection of State Road and Brayton Hill Terrace. The company says the new gas main will increase system reliability for customers in the western parts of North Adams and Williamstown. During construction, westbound drivers will be detoured starting at the Veterans Memorial Drive and Marshall Street intersection, while eastbound traffic will be diverted at the junction of State Road and Roberts Drive. However, the construction area will remain accessible to local residents, buses, and trucks.

  • The roadwork began on April 13, 2026.
  • The project is expected to be completed around July 1, 2026.

The players

Berkshire Gas

The utility company responsible for replacing the aging gas main along Route 2 in North Adams.

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What they’re saying

“The Company will be installing [a] new gas main within this area to increase system reliability to our customers in the western parts of North Adams and Williamstown.”

— Berkshire Gas spokesperson

The takeaway

While the road construction may cause temporary inconveniences for commuters, upgrading aging infrastructure like gas mains is crucial for maintaining reliable utility services for North Adams residents in the long run.