What is the process to contact Blue Stakes in an emergency for a locate request if it is after hours?
See General FAQ #14 for information about after-hours emergencies.
Sample Marking Instructions Diagrams
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What terminology do the utilities and Blue Stakes use to describe the area to be marked?
The following are explanations of important terms used by Blue Stakes of Utah 811. These terms should be used to describe the specific area of excavation: Lot / Property: For Blue…
Ticket Field Explanation
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What map data does Blue Stakes use?
Blue Stakes uses GIS data provided by the State of Utah’s Geospatial Resource Center (UGRC) in its mapping system. UGRC compiles official map data from local government sources, including city,…
Can I provide GPS latitude/longitude coordinates for my dig site location?
Coordinates can be provided from a GPS unit in NAD83 format to identify a rural area or other location that does not have an address. The location must be pre-marked…
How deep are the utility lines?
The depth of facilities varies by location and by type of facility. An underground pipe or cable may no longer be at the same depth as when it was originally…
What do I do if I have an emergency situation during the hours the Blue Stakes Center is closed?
Locate Requests are NOT created after hours by Blue Stakes. If an emergency excavation needs to be completed after hours, you will need to contact each facility operator directly to request the area…
What should I do if I damage a line?
Utah Law specifies that if a facility is damaged during excavation, the excavator should immediately inform the appropriate facility operator directly so the facility line can be repaired and immediately…
What is the cost to have an area marked?
Member facility operators will mark their facility lines at no cost. If you need the facility lines marked again as you continue excavating, they will be marked at no charge.…