South Carolina

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Before You Dig in South Carolina

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

811 Center Information

South Carolina 811

  • 811 or 888-721-7877
  • Visit Website
  • M - F 0730 - 1730
  • 810 Dutch Square Blvd.
    Suite 320
    Columbia, SC 29210
  • Misty Wise, Executive Director

Legislative Information

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  • ACT #558, sec 58-35-10=58-35.120
  • Mandatory Membership
  • Civil Penalties
  • Tolerance Zone 24"
  • Hand Dig Clause
  • Mandatory Premark
  • Emergency Clause
  • Positive Response
  • Depth Exemption Under 10"

Advanced Notice
No less than 3 working days and no more than 10 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.

No less than 3 working days and no more than 10 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
15 working days
Defines the period of time the facility marks (paint, flags, stakes, etc.) are valid according to state law or practice.

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 South Carolina

Partner Since:
December 2009

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

Contact:

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