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Call Before You Dig -  48 Hours Ahead

Mechanical damage by excavating or demolition is the most frequent cause of pipeline damage and failures. Whether you’re planning to build a major development or just landscaping your personal property–protect your safety and the safety of those around you by notifying Underground Service Alert (USA) 811, at least two business days prior to excavation. USA will contact us, as well as other local utilities, to mark the location of all utility-owned lines for free. This will allow you to begin your project with the assurance that our pipelines will be protected, and your safety will not be compromised. Visit www.digalert.com for more information.

Markers indicate major pipelines near you

Most natural gas pipelines are buried underground. Markers purposely indicate only the general, not exact, location of pipelines. Markers also do not indicate the depth or number of pipelines in the area. To identify operators of major gas pipelines in your area and view maps with the general locations of these pipelines, visit the National Pipeline Mapping System web site.

If you Damage a Pipeline

If you damage a pipeline or suspect a natural gas leak, turn off and abandon any motorized equipment you may be operating, quickly leave the area, and from a safe place, call The Gas Company at 1-800-427-2200 and 911.

January 30, 2009