Call before you dig
If you plan to dig on your property, Oregon law requires you to call the Utility Notification Center at least two business days in advance.
If you plan to dig anywhere on public or private property, Oregon law requires you to call the utility locating service before you dig.
8-1-1 is a free service that is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call the number at least two working days before beginning any excavation to prevent damage to underground facilities, service interruptions and injuries. A representative will be sent out to locate and mark any underground facilities on your property. The service is free and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
If you don't call and you damage any utility facilities, you will be liable for repair costs.
To learn more, visit http://www.call811.com.
American Public Works Association Uniform Color Code
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RED |
Electric power lines, cables or conduits, and lighting cables. |
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YELLOW |
Gas, oil, steam, petroleum or other hazardous liquid or gaseous materials. |
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ORANGE |
Communications, cable TV, alarm or signal lines, cables, or conduits. |
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BLUE |
Water, irrigation, and slurry lines. |
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GREEN |
Sewers, storm sewer facilities, or other drain lines. |
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WHITE |
Proposed excavation |
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PINK |
Temporary survey markings. |
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PURPLE |
Reclaimed water, irrigation and slurry lines. |