2006 New Mexico Section 62-14-5.1 — Uniform color code for location of underground facilities.

62-14-5.1. Uniform color code for location of underground facilities.

In marking the location of underground facilities, an owner or operator shall use the following uniform color code:   

A.     blue for water;   

B.     green for sewer;   

C.     orange for communications/coaxial cable;   

D.     pink for survey;   

E.     purple for reclaimed water;   

F.     red for electric;   

G.     white for proposed excavation area; and   

H.     yellow for gas.   

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