West Virginia

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Before You Dig in West Virginia

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

811 Center Information

West Virginia 811

Legislative Information

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  • West Virginia Chapter 24-C
  • Mandatory Membership
  • Civil Penalties
  • Tolerance Zone 24"
  • Hand Dig Clause
  • Mandatory Premark
  • Emergency Clause
  • Positive Response
  • Depth Exemption

Advanced Notice
2 days; not more than 10 days
Number of days in advance of a digging project that you need to notify the one call center of your intent to dig.

2 days; not more than 10 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
Marks valid for 10 days while visible.

Marks valid for 10 days while visible.

Regional Partners

Geographic Location:
State of West Virginia

Partner Since:
March 2013

Mission:
The West Virginia Damage Prevention Committee is a partnership between WV 811; facility owners and operators; excavators and contractors; state, county and city agencies; and other interested parties for the purpose of maintaining utility service and system integrity by preventing damage to all utilities through education, communication, and cooperation.

Contact:

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