Upcoming Digging Project? Whether you’re planting a tree, installing a fence or starting a construction project, a free utility locate helps prevent outages, injuries and costly repairs.
Here’s some worry-free steps to safe digging:
CALL 811 – It’s FREE & EASY!
Dial 811 or submit a request online at least two (2) business days before the start of any digging project.
FOR HOMEOWNERS:
Request a ticketFOR EXCAVATORS/PROFESSIONALS:
Submit a Request
MARK YOUR WORK ZONE
Designate your proposed work area with WHITE paint or flags.
WAIT
Allow 48 business hours for the utility companies to locate and mark lines in the work area. Verify all affected utility companies have responded by matching markings listed on your 811 ticket.
TIP: Refer to KNOW THE MARKS (see below)
RESPECT
Preserve all markings (flags/paint) provided by the utility companies. These markings are your guide for the duration of the project.
CAREFULLY DIG
Maintain an 18” buffer on each side of marked lines and dig with care.
TIP: In Texas, the accepted safety margin or tolerance zone is 18 inches on each side of the marked utility line.
WARNING: Failure to request a utility locate or follow utility markings may result in responsibility for repair costs and any related damages.
KNOW THE MARKS
White – Proposed Excavation
Pink – Temporary Survey Markings
Blue – Potable Water
Green – Sewer & Drain Lines
Purple – Irrigation & Slurry Lines, Reclaimed Water
Red – Electrical Power Lines, Cable, Conduit & Lighting Cables
Yellow – Gas, Oil, Steam, Petroleum or Gaseous Materials
Orange – Communications, Alarm or Signal Lines, Cable or Conduits
Before you dig, know what’s below.
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