Question:
I want to dig a hole for a flag pole and mail box. It requires a concrete anchor and may be several feet deep. How do I find out where any underground utilities might be located so that I can avoid them?
Answer:
Before you dig anywhere, call DIG ALERT at least two days prior to beginning your work. Their telephone number is 1-800-227-2600. Mark the area you wish to dig. They will then notify each utility company within the area and have them mark the utilities in that area for you.
A road excavation permit is required to place your mail box within the road right of way. You may apply for a road excavation permit online using https://epicla.lacounty.gov/SelfService/#/home. The mailbox must also be approved by the USPS.
I want to dig a hole for a flag pole and mail box. It requires a concrete anchor and may be several feet deep. How do I find out where any underground utilities might be located so that I can avoid them?
Answer:
Before you dig anywhere, call DIG ALERT at least two days prior to beginning your work. Their telephone number is 1-800-227-2600. Mark the area you wish to dig. They will then notify each utility company within the area and have them mark the utilities in that area for you.
A road excavation permit is required to place your mail box within the road right of way. You may apply for a road excavation permit online using https://epicla.lacounty.gov/SelfService/#/home. The mailbox must also be approved by the USPS.