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SB 133: Major Changes to Missouri’s Underground Facility Law Coming In August
Missouri's SB 133 updates underground facility laws with new definitions, extended excavation notices, and enhanced safety measures. Learn the key changes effective August 2025.Signed into law by Governor Mike Kehoe on July 14, 2025, Senate Bill 133 brings a...
Locating the Unlocatable: Advancements in Non-Metallic Utility Locating
Discover how advancements in acoustic locating technology enhance the accuracy of identifying non-metallic underground utilities, improving safety and reducing damage.Locating underground utilities has become increasingly accurate thanks to advances in locating...
More Than a Meeting: Why the Missouri 811 Annual Membership Meeting Matters
Join Missouri 811's Annual Membership Meeting on April 23, 2026, to shape the future of damage prevention and engage with industry leaders at the workshop.For years, the Missouri 811 Annual Membership Meeting was something that simply existed. It was announced but...
How Missouri Municipalities Can Better Protect Their Rights-of-Way and Underground Utilities
Learn how Missouri municipalities can protect underground infrastructure with practical steps and guidelines from Missouri 811, ensuring safety, reducing risks, and improving compliance.Missouri’s municipalities play a critical role in protecting underground...
5 Common Missouri 811 Misconceptions
Discover common misconceptions about Missouri 811 and learn how to ensure safe excavation practices to avoid fines and prevent utility damage. Stay informed and compliant with these essential tips.Understanding the Truth Behind Missouri 811 Missouri 811 plays a...
A Day in the Life of a Locator
Discover the daily challenges and importance of locators in the underground utility world, shedding light on their crucial role in keeping our utilities running smoothly.In the realm of buried utilities, the role of a locator is often misunderstood. Many people assume...