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Before You Dig in Louisiana

Explore damage prevention information, local contacts and rules for safe digging in Louisiana.


Louisiana One Call System

Information

  • 811 or 800-272-3020
  • Visit Website
  • M - F 0700 - 1800
    Emergencies: 24 hours
  • 2215 West Boardwalk Drive
    Baton Rouge, LA 70816

Advanced Notice
Two full business days excluding weekends & specified holidays
Number of days in advance of a digging project that you need to notify the one call center of your intent to dig.

Two full business days excluding weekends & specified holidays
Number of days in advance of a digging project that you need to notify the one call center of your intent to dig.

Marks Valid
As long as visible but not longer than 20 calendar days from the mark-by time or up to 30 calendar days for forestry or agriculture work.
Defines the period of time the facility marks (paint, flags, stakes, etc.) are valid according to state law or practice.

As long as visible but not longer than 20 calendar days from the mark-by time or up to 30 calendar days for forestry or agriculture work.
Defines the period of time the facility marks (paint, flags, stakes, etc.) are valid according to state law or practice.

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