A TURNERBATSON project was recently featured in the Trussville Tribune, offering a preview of the exciting developments ahead for Trussville Gas and Water.

New Trussville Gas and Water project will renovate buildings, expand Greenway

Article Written by Chris Basinger, News Editor.
Image Credit: TURNERBATSON and PLOT Studio

TRUSSVILLE, Ala.–Trussville Gas and Water will begin work on a new project next month as part of the city’s efforts to revitalize downtown.

The project aims to renovate the utility’s main office with a more modern and efficient layout as well as enhance the surrounding area by improving the infrastructure and landscaping on the site.

“We’re excited to move forward with improvements that not only modernize our facilities but also contribute to the long-term vision for downtown Trussville,” said Mike Strength, General Manager of Trussville Gas and Water.

“Additionally, since we’ve been planning and budgeting for this project for years, it won’t have any direct impact on customer natural gas or water rates – which have historically been among the most affordable in our area.”

Other key features of the upcoming renovations include:

• Updates to the exteriors of the Trussville Gas and Water Building and Trussville Public Safety Building featuring stonework reminiscent of Historic Trussville
• A new connecting road from Parkway Drive to Railroad Avenue, easing congestion at the intersection of Hwy 11 and Chalkville Mountain Road
• An extension of the Trussville Greenway that will pass under the Hwy 11 bridge, providing safer, direct access to Veterans Park without the need to cross busy traffic
• Additional community parking next to the Trussville Greenway extension to support downtown businesses, events, and access to Veterans Park

The project, which is set to begin June 1, has been in the works for years, Strength said, adding that it will be paid for by Trussville Gas and Water and that rates will not go up for customers.

The drive-thru payment lanes at Trussville Gas and Water will permanently close once the project begins, but all other customer service and payment methods will remain fully available to customers.

“While we know the drive-through lanes were important to the very small percentage of our customers who now use them, we’re pleased to offer many other options to meet their needs,” Strength said.

The project is expected to be completed by May 2026.

Project Team: Project Architect – TURNERBATSON, Landscape Architect – PLOT Studio, Contractor – Murray Construction, Civil Engineer – CCI Planning & Engineering