Before any excavation, always call 811 or the local utility marking service. You must know what’s buried before breaking ground.
Why It Matters:
Striking a gas, electric, or water line can cause explosions, electrocution, floods, or massive delays.
Key Points:
- Call at least 48 hours before digging.
- Wait for all utilities to be marked.
- Verify color codes:
- Red = electric
- Yellow = gas
- Blue = water
- Orange = communications
- Green = sewer
- Purple = reclaimed water
- Keep marks visible — repaint if disturbed.
✅ One call can prevent a disaster.
Ask the Crew:
- Did we call 811 for this job?
- Are all markings visible and accurate?
- Do we know what each color means?
