North Carolina 811 Employee Directory
Non-profit OrganizationsNorth Carolina, United States51-200 Employees
North Carolina 811 is a mid-sized nonprofit organization based in Greensboro, North Carolina, that coordinates a streamlined communication channel between individuals planning digging projects and local utility providers. Users provide locate information to NC811, which forwards it to utilities, and the utilities then dispatch locators to mark underground lines at no charge. The program has operated since 1978 and centers on facilitating a safe, pre-dig process, including a reminder to call 811 three working days before digging. Its services target homeowners, contractors, and others planning excavation who need to identify underground utilities to prevent injuries and property damage. A notable development in its history is the 2014 partnership with the City of Asheville to promote safety and collaboration around the Call Before You Dig initiative.