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Before You Dig in Louisiana

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

811 Center Information

Louisiana One Call System

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

Legislative Information

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  • Legislative Statute #: Part VII of Chapter 8 ot Title 40
  • Mandatory Membership
  • Civil Penalties
  • Tolerance Zone 18"
  • Hand Dig Clause
  • Mandatory Premark
  • Emergency Clause
  • Positive Response
  • Depth Exemption

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.

Regional Partners

Geographic Location:
State of Louisiana

Partner Since:
December 2007

Mission:
The Louisiana Regional Common Ground Alliance is a partnership between government agencies and all interested public entities seeking to prevent damage to utilities throughout all of Louisiana in order to maintain service, ensure safety, and protect the environment with emphases on education, communication, and cooperation.

Contact:

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