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Before You Dig in North Carolina

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

811 Center Information

North Carolina 811, Inc.

Legislative Information

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  • Legislative Statute #:Chapter 87.1
  • Mandatory Membership
  • Civil Penalties
  • Tolerance Zone 24"
  • Hand Dig Clause
  • Mandatory Premark
  • Emergency Clause
  • Positive Response
  • Depth Exemption

Advanced Notice
Within 3 to 12 full working days
Number of days in advance of a digging project that you need to notify the one call center of your intent to dig.

Within 3 to 12 full working days
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
Good to 15 working days
Defines the period of time the facility marks (paint, flags, stakes, etc.) are valid according to state law or practice.

Good to 15 working days
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 North Carolina

Partner Since:
March 2006

Mission:
The mission of the North Carolina Regional CGA is to promote shared responsibility and CGA adopted Best Practices for the purpose of advancing Underground Utility Safety and Damage Prevention in North Carolina.

Contact:

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