Dial 811 before digging \u2014 it’s the law (RCW 19.122).<\/p>\n
Digging is dangerous if you don’t check first for underground lines. Knowing the path of existing underground facilities helps you avoid injury or financial responsibility for repairing damaged lines. If you dig into an underground facility, you could cause:<\/p>\n
If you dig into an underground electric line, immediately move away and keep others away. Do not handle the line or try to repair it.<\/p>\n
The person doing the excavating work must call 811 at least two business days before digging<\/strong> (but not more than 10 days in advance). Cowlitz PUD and other local utilities will mark their underground lines at no cost. Cowlitz PUD is part of the Cowlitz County Utilities Coordinating Council, which is a group of local utilities that work together to help contractors and homeowners dig safely.<\/p>\n
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Utility lines are normally buried at approved depths of two feet or more, but conditions can change. Shallow utility lines may be present in areas of previous excavation or landscaping. Also, underground lines you own may exist between your house and garage. The utility company does not mark these privately owned lines.<\/p>\n
Our first concern is you safety. Please call Cowlitz PUD if you have any questions at (360) 423-2210 or (800) 631-1131 or fill out our Contact form<\/a> with the Questions About Digging option to email us.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"