Iowa One Call

02/07/2025

Have you registered for FREE Excavator Safety Awareness Webinar on Friday, March 21? Hosted by Iowa One Call, this one-hour webinar will cover the 2024 Iowa Code Chapter 480 amendments and an intro to the new two-way communication process in our ticket management system, followed by a Q&A session and prize drawings! Register now at https://2025iowaexcavatorsafetyawareness.eventbrite.com/

02/05/2025

Did you know that data quality can directly impact damage prevention efforts? The 2023 DIRT Report highlights how improving standardized reporting can help us better understand trends and reduce damages. Learn more about damage prevention and the role of accurate data by visiting: https://dirt.commongroundalliance.com

02/02/2025

Whether the ground is frozen or thawed, digging safely is always in season! Don’t forget to contact 811 before starting any digging project, no matter the weather.

01/31/2025

Did you know? Before 2005, each "call before you dig" service had its own 800 number for utility locating services! In March 2005, the FCC introduced 811 as the universal number, making it easier than ever to “call before you dig.”
Now, this simple number, along with online ticket submission options, help prevent damage to over 20,000,000 miles of underground utilities every year.

01/27/2025

No-call excavations are a leading cause of utility damages—but together, we can change that! If you understand the importance of contacting Iowa One Call before digging, share this message with your friends, family, and even colleagues in the damage prevention community. Safe digging is a shared responsibility, and a simple reminder can make all the difference. Let’s keep our communities safe and connected!

01/24/2025

From ground-penetrating radar to state-of-the-art mapping, technology plays a key role in damage prevention. Contact 811 online or through our app before you dig, and let advanced tools help keep your project safe! https://iowaonecall.com/

01/22/2025

Every digging project deserves a happy ending. Contact 811 before you dig to protect yourself, your neighbors, and your wallet. Safety is always the best chapter!

01/21/2025

Calling all excavators, locators, and other utility stakeholders – you’re invited to join us for a FREE Excavator Safety Awareness Webinar on Friday, March 21 from 8 to 9 a.m.! This important update from Iowa One Call will feature a review of the 2024 Iowa Code Chapter 480 amendments, an intro to the new two-way communication process in our ticket management system, a Q&A session, and prize drawings. Register now at:

Iowa One Call

01/20/2025

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.His vision of equality, justice, and unity continues to inspire us all.
“The time is always right to do what is right.”

01/17/2025

Do you know what the red flags on your dig site mean?
A) Gas line
B) Water line
C) Electric line
Comment your answer below!

01/16/2025

When an excavator contacts Iowa One Call, we use our mapping software to notify the appropriate utility or locating companies to mark the lines at the work site. It’s a team effort to make sure your digging project is set up for safety.

01/15/2025

From trenching to demolition, contacting 811 ensures jobsite safety and keeps your projects on schedule. Planning ahead to have your site located can help you avoid costly delays from damaged lines. A little patience now can save you time and money later. Learn more at: https://iowaonecall.com/

01/10/2025

Monday, January 20 ( ) will not count towards your standard notice required when filing a locate, so please plan accordingly.

01/08/2025

Teamwork makes the damage prevention dream work! Positive communication between utility companies, excavators, and Iowa One Call builds trust and keeps everyone safe. Check TicketLINK to confirm the status of your ticket whether you’re on the locating or excavating side of a project.

01/07/2025

Did you know? Not all excavation sites carry the same level of risk. ⚠️Millions of utility lines run underground, and it’s not safe to assume their exact placement – even if you’ve had the site located before. Contact Iowa One Call to have the facilities on your work site marked before any digging project.
https://iowaonecall.com/

01/01/2025

As we step into 2025, we’re excited to continue serving our community with safe digging practices and underground utility protection. Here’s to a safe, prosperous, and joyful new year!

12/30/2024

As we wrap up the year, why not add safe digging to your New Year’s resolutions? Here are some damage prevention goals to consider:
1. Always contact 811 before digging. 
2️. Review your project plans carefully. 
3️. Double-check locate marks before you start.

Let’s make 2025 a year of zero accidents and safe excavation practices! What are your damage prevention resolutions?

12/27/2024

Calling 811 or submitting a dig request online? Have this info ready to speed up the process:
1. Your county, city, or township
2. Exact digging location (street address & nearest cross street)
3. Type & extent of work (front/back/both sides of property)
4. Planned start date & time

A little prep helps ensure your ticket is submitted quickly and accurately!