Is white lining required by the law?
Pre-marking a location will save valuable resources and time. It will also help to reduce unnecessary overmarking for the type of work being completed. While white lining or pre-marking the…
Which facility companies/operators participate as members of Blue Stakes?
Blue Stakes currently has over 600 participating facility owners/operators. There are large and small companies including gas, power, communications, water, sewer, municipalities, and more. Each participating member should ensure the…
Is it possible to submit a map when making a Locate Request Ticket to show where the excavation site is if it is hard to explain?
A map cannot be linked or submitted along with a Locate Request Ticket that will be sent to the facility operator/locator for locating and marking. If a map would help…
How deep can I dig before I need a Locate Request Ticket?
The Utah Damage to Underground Utility Facilities Act requires anyone engaging in any activity which displaces earth, rock, or other material on or below the ground to notify Blue Stakes…
What can be done about Locate Request Tickets that continue to be Updated after the work is completed and no visible work is being done?
It is important to reach out to the excavator making the requests directly and express your concerns about these excessive requests for markings, where work appears to be complete.
When submitting a request online, is there a way to specify that I am white lining?
Yes. Instead of choosing Entire, Front or Rear, choose “Other.” Then enter your instructions in the “Specify Work Area” field. You will need to provide specific marking instructions for your…
How long is a Locate Request Ticket valid for?
A request expires 14 calendar days from the time it is submitted. If the markings are destroyed by weather or excavation, the excavator will need to call 811, option 1…
Will private lines be marked after I have a Locate Request Ticket?
Utah law requires utility owners to mark only the lines that they own and maintain. This usually means up to the meter. Underground lines that extend beyond the meter or…
Can you set up a reoccurring locate request on a project?
Locate requests expire 14 calendar days from the time/date they are processed and submitted. In order to extend the request beyond the expiration date, the excavator will need to “Update”…
Do I need to call 911 if I damage an underground utility?
The Utah state law explains it this way: 54-8a-7. Notice of damage — Repairs. (https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title54/Chapter8A/54-8a-S7.html) (1) If an excavator contacts or damages an underground facility, the excavator shall: (a) immediately…