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Stop! Call 811 Before You Dig
Whether you’re a homeowner planting a tree or a contractor beginning a major project, hitting an underground utility line can cause serious injury, costly damage, and service outages. In our service territory across Kansas and Colorado, you must CALL 811 before you dig!
How to Request a Line Locate
Dialing 811 connects you to your local One Call Center, which coordinates with all member utility companies—including Wheatland Electric—to mark public underground lines on your property.
- Call: Dial 811 (available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week).
- Timing: Call at least 48 hours before you plan to begin any digging project.
- Preparation: Be ready to provide specific details about your project and worksite.
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Required Info:
The customer service representative will ask for the following details to ensure the correct utilities are notified:
- Your name, phone number, and company name (if applicable).
- The name and number of an alternate contact person.
- The worksite address and exact location, including the city, county, nearest cross street, and specific marking instructions (e.g., "The work is 10 feet west of the driveway").
- The distance and direction of the work from the nearest street intersection.
- The type of work being done (e.g., fence installation, trenching, pool).
- Whether the work is taking place within 10 feet of any overhead power lines.
Uniform Color Code
The American Public Works Association (APWA) has established a color code system to indicate the type of utility underground.
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What Happens Next?
After you call 811, utility owners (like Wheatland Electric, gas companies, cable providers, etc.) will send personnel to mark the location of their buried lines using paint or flags. This process ensures all publicly owned underground facilities are clearly visible for safe digging.
Remember: Underground facilities include more than just electric lines. You could hit natural gas, water, or fiber optic communication lines. Always call 811 to protect yourself, your property, and the essential infrastructure serving your community.