Missouri law requires that any person making or beginning any excavation must notify the Missouri One Call System (MOCS) at least 3, but not more than 10 working days prior to beginning excavation, except in the case of an emergency.

Call 1-800-DIG-RITE (344-7483), 811 or click below to place a locate request with MOCS.  You will need the address of where you plan to dig, what type of work you will be doing and the type of equipment that will be used.  Based on the address of the dig site the affected utility companies will be notified.  They will send a locator to mark the affected underground lines.  They will then do one of the following:

• Mark the approximate location of their facilities.
• Notify you they have no facilities in your dig site area.

After confirming utility response, you can then proceed with your excavation, avoiding damages.  For more information, visit the Missouri One Call website.