As Hurricane Helene dominates the headlines with its devastating impact, we are reminded of the importance of safeguarding critical infrastructure during the aftermath of such disasters. With utilities at greater risk following the storm, damage prevention efforts become even more crucial. Here’s this weeks top 10 stories: Buried power lines spare neighborhoods from being affected by storms: READ Unexpected …
Morehead City’s Public Services recently acquired a Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) unit, to assist with locating underground utilities. The GPR was successfully used at Big Rock Stadium to locate irrigation boxes buried under several inches of soil. The device operates by displaying underground objects as parabola shapes on a screen, allowing for easier identification. It can scan up to 30 …
“Locate any underground utilities that are present inside the “tolerance zone” by hand digging or utilizing other non-destructive digging measures approved by the Competent Person.” – OSHA Increased Excavation Drives the Need for Careful Work Around Utilities & Proper Technology Selection: READ What would you do if you were banned from digging? READ Underground utility mapping system to aid …
In this insightful episode, Crystal Ball and Matthew Schroettnig sit down with Sarah Edmonds, Bob Rowe, and Debra Smith to discuss their “Theory of Change” for expanding high-voltage, long-distance transmission in the Western U.S. The conversation centers around the need for collaboration and innovation to meet the demands of the future energy grid. As part of the Western Transmission Expansion …
“Damage prevention progress requires reversing an established trend” – 2022 DIRT Report Is another pipe failure looming? A health check of Canada’s water mains: READ Utility Surveys are Proactive!: READ Simex’s latest wheel saw reaches 70 cm depths: READ Gas line strikes lead to catastrophic explosions: WATCH Supervisors Approve Red Dog Road Underground Utilities District: READ Shooting water 100 …
“Whether you’re adding a fence to your home or working on a construction site, if you’re planning to dig more than a few inches into the ground, you need to check for buried utilities, including buried gas lines. An exposed gas line is a vulnerable gas line, and a gas line strike can result in serious danger. We investigated two …
“Increased construction spending consistently correlates with more damages. If significant changes are not made to U.S. damage prevention, infrastructure funding will further strain the system, resulting in more damages in the coming years.” – 2022 DIRT Report Introducing CERTLOC – a World-Leading Certified Locator Institute: READ Locators learning on the job: READ Ky 811 says growing means protecting underground …
Kuala Lumpur is grappling with a series of sinkholes, the most prominent being the one that tragically claimed the life of a woman on August 23, 2024, along the busy Jalan Masjid India. The incident has stirred concern among residents, traders, and authorities due to the potential risks posed by similar occurrences in the area.Heavy rains and potential underground infrastructure …
Hope you guys had a great Labor Day?! Here’s the latest damage prevention news: NUAR Expands!: READ Harnessing Data for Damage Prevention: READ Modern Hybrid GIS Deployment Benefits Boston College: READ Fixing Manholes: READ Like a hurricane’ water main break sends water airborne, crashing into five homes: READ My Street Exploded: WATCH Time to Underground Our Lines?: READ Improving Rural …
When we think of underground utilities, manholes are an essential ingredient to supporting access and damage prevention processes. This video delves into the essential yet often overlooked infrastructure that keeps cities functioning. It highlights the critical role of systems like roads, bridges, water supply, and waste management in sustaining urban life. The video contrasts traditional methods with modern advancements, such …