2015 Utah Code
Title 54 - Public Utilities
Chapter 8a - Damage to Underground Utility Facilities
Section 7 - Notice of damage -- Repairs.

UT Code § 54-8a-7 (2015) What's This?
54-8a-7. Notice of damage -- Repairs.
  • (1) If an excavator contacts or damages an underground facility, the excavator shall:
    • (a) immediately notify the appropriate operator and then proceed in a manner that is reasonably calculated to avoid further damage to the underground facility; and
    • (b) immediately call 911 if the excavation may result in an immediate risk to human life.
  • (2) Upon receipt of notice, the operator shall immediately examine the underground facility, and, if necessary, make repairs.


Amended by Chapter 344, 2008 General Session

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