Today is Safe Digging Day

Today, August 11th has been proclaimed safe digging day.

Every six minutes, an underground utility line is damaged because someone didn’t call 811 at least two business days before digging.  It is no accident that National Safe Digging Day is an important reminder about the state law that requires everyone to dial 811 and have underground utility lines marked for free before you break ground..” The “Call Before You Dig” law applies at all times, to homeowners and contractors alike – whether you’re a setting a fencepost or excavating a basement.

In Iowa, your toll-free call to 811 reaches Iowa One-Call, the free service that arranges for professionals to mark the location of underground utility lines with flags, spray paint or both. You can also enter your request at www.DigSafeWait48.com.

These tips are courtesy of  Black Hills Energy,

Visit www.blackhillsenergy.com for more information about 811, safe digging practices, how to save money by saving energy, and other energy-related services and information.