How long are locates good for in Oregon?
The excavator is required to maintain locate marks for the 45 day ticket life of the project or ticket; whichever is lesser.
How deep can I dig before calling?
There is no allotted depth before a person needs to call 811. Whether you are just planting small shrubs or installing fences, CGA says any time you are putting a shovel in the ground you need to call due to the fact that many utilities are buried just a few inches below the surface.
How deep are electric lines buried in Oregon?
Underground piping systems shall be installed a minimum depth of 18 inches (305 mm) below grade, except as provided for in Section C404.
How far down is safe to dig?
OSHA and CGA provide health and safety guidelines for digging trenches, holes and excavations. State building codes recommend digging 18 to 24 inches (457mm to 610mm) from the utility and its marking to avoid damage to the utility line.
How does Dial Before You Dig work?
Anyone wishing to excavate lodges an enquiry with Dial Before You Dig at least two days prior to the excavation. Once the information is entered into the system, our program determines which members have an asset or interest in the excavation site, and sends a notification known as a referralto them.
How deep does gas line need to be buried in Oregon?
Can water and gas be in the same trench?
If a 36-inch depth cannot be achieved, contact Lane Electric’s Engineering Department at 541-484-1151. If trench is to be a joint trench (shared with other utilities) the following separations must be maintained: 24 inches between gas and electric lines. 12 inches between water and electric lines.
What is a corridor marker?
Corridor Marking: Used to mark multiple facilities of the same type (e.g. electric), in the same trench where the total number of facilities is not readily known (operator has no record on file for the number facilities) and that are bundled or intertwined.