SMUD asks customers to take safety precautions before digging
Whether planting a tree, building a deck, putting in a pool or putting up a new
fence, be sure to include an important safety step prior to starting the job.
Call Underground Service Alert (USA) a minimum of two business days
before beginning to dig to find out if there are any dangerous underground utilities
such as power lines in the area. Whether you are doing the job yourself or hiring a
professional, smart digging means calling 811 or going online to call811.com before
each job.
The Sacramento Municipal Utility District and other area utilities such as gas
and cable television will be contacted to determine whether they have underground
facilities at the excavation site. Underground utility lines are not always located in the
street; some utilities may be located in backyard easements. Digging into an
underground electrical line can cause power outages and personal injury or death.