Safeguarding Iowa's essential underground utility infrastructure is vital to the well-being of all Iowans, and August 11 (8-11) is a perfect time to remind all persons to dial 8-1-1 before digging.

You should call 811 or use your state 811 center's website a few business days before you begin any digging, including common projects like planting trees and shrubs or installing fences and mailboxes. The specific amount of advance notice that you are required to provide varies by state.

To raise awareness of the importance of excavation safety and underground damage prevention, Common Ground Iowa, Iowa One Call, the Iowa Utilities Board, and the Iowa Attorney General's Office have teamed up to celebrate "811 Day."

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