One big challenge faced by pipelines and other underground utilities is preventing damage from unauthorized digging and other excavation work. The good news: there is a simple solution to keeping safe. Just call “811” before you dig.

In recognition of damage prevention efforts, Colonial Pipeline dedicated its Internet Homepage on August 11 to promote 811. We at Colonial are joining a national effort to raise awareness about how easy it is to dig safely.

One champion of this safety effort is the Common Ground Alliance (CGA).  “We hope the ‘8/11 Day’ message will resonate with the American public, leading to a reduction in the amount of damage done to underground utilities and an increase in safety,” said CGA President Bob Kipp.

Calling 811 from anywhere in the country connects you to a One Call Center in your state. The One Call center collects information about your proposed dig and transmits the information to all underground utilities that will be impacted so that the lines can be marked before digging begins.

 Each day, Colonial receives almost 1000 of such requests from state One Call Centers. We review the information and dispatch inspectors to clearly mark the location of Colonial’s pipelines.  

Calling 811 is easy and smart. You’ll be safe and help keep underground utilities in service for your benefit.

Remember:

·         Call 811

·         Wait the required time period

·         Respect the marks

·         Dig with care

·         Keep your family, your community and the environment safe.