Anyone planning to dig should call 811 or visit their state’s 811 center website to request that the approximate locations of underground utilities be marked.

Texas811 is a nonprofit providing free alerts to prevent utility damage. It operates as the Texas 811 System, where homeowners, contractors, and businesses can request utility locators to …

Yes. You should contact 811 no matter how deep you are digging, since many cables and pipes lie at extremely shallow depths. If you’re ready to submit a ticket, please click here. At the …

Homeowners can submit a ticket online or by calling 811. Before requesting a ticket, prepare your dig site and ensure you have the proper information on hand. Check out the Six Steps to Safe …

Each state has their own unique processes and laws for digging. The map provides additional details on each 811 center, and specific guidelines for each state.

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811 is the national call-before-you-dig phone number to ensure that all utilities have responded to your request before putting a shovel in the ground.

Notify utilities of your intent to dig by calling 811 or making an online request a few days before you plan to break ground. Your state 811 center will inform utility operators in your area that …

Aug 1, 2025 · Louisiana 811 allows you to simultaneously notify many underground utilities operators or facilities of your intent to dig or demolish. You can call 811, toll-free at 1-800-272 …

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