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Use theĀ 811 utility locate codes below to determine what types of utilities have been located after they have been marked on your job site.
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Boring Contractors Utilities | 811 Electric Utility Color Code
Red: electric power lines, cables, conduit, and lighting cables.
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Boring Contractors Utilities | 811 Communications Utility Color Code
Orange: telecommunication, alarm or signal lines, cables, or conduit.
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Boring Contractors Utilities | 811 Gas Oil Steam Utility Color Code
Yellow: natural gas, oil, steam, petroleum, or other gaseous or flammable material.
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Boring Contractors Utilities | 811 Sewer Drainage Utility Color Code
Green: sewers and drain lines.
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Boring Contractors Utilities | 811 Potable Water Utility Color Code
Blue: drinking water.
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Boring Contractors Utilities | 811 Reclaimed Water Utility Color Code
Purple: reclaimed water, irrigation, and slurry lines.