Underground utility lines can be just inches below the surface. Damaging them may cause injuries, outages, or costly repairs. Call 811 to have utility professionals mark buried lines so you can dig safely. Always call before you dig to protect yourself and your community.

Anyone planning to dig in our service area should be aware of the lines and take proper action before digging begins. Buried electric, phone, cable, water, gas, or other facilities can be extremely dangerous if damaged and costly to repair. 

Before you dig, call Ohio Utilities Protection Service (OUPS). OUPS will notify all utility companies to locate facilities. Private facilities are not located by OUPS. By law, OUPS requires a 48-hour notice. 

Call OUPS anytime at 800-362-2764 or 811, or visit  www.oups.org.