Underground Utility Locating
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Ohio811
Ohio811 is the national call-before-you-dig phone number. Anyone who plans to dig should call 811 or go to the state 811 center website before digging to request that the approximate location of buried utilities be marked with paint or flags so that you don’t unintentionally dig into an underground utility line.
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Equipment
Beaver Creek C&M uses the latest technology to effectively and efficiently locate underground utilities. Our locators are trained and operator qualified to locate in residential neighborhoods, and on large transmission pipeline facilities.
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Best Practices
Utilize Advanced Technology
Collaborate with utility companies
Conduct on-site surveys
Follow universal color codes and markings
Train and educate personnel
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is accurate underground utility locating crucial for construction projects?
Accurate utility locating helps prevent damage to essential services, ensures worker safety, and minimizes project delays and financial losses.
How can technology assist in underground utility locating?
Technological tools such as ground penetrating radar and electromagnetic locators enable precise detection and mapping of underground utilities.
What are common challenges faced during underground utility locating?
Challenges include outdate utility maps, inaccurate markings, varying soil conditions, and the presence of unidentified or abandoned utilities.
Who is responsible for underground utility locating on construction sites?
Construction contractors, utility locators, utility companies, and project managers share the responsibility of ensuring accurate utility locating and safe excavation practices.
How can communication and collaboration improve underground utility locating efforts?
Effective communication between stakeholders, utility companies, and on site personnel fosters collaboration, enhances information sharing, and reduces the likelihood of errors during utility locating operations