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Utility Color CodeUtility color codes are used for identifying existing underground utilities in construction areas with the intent of protecting them from damage during excavation. Public utility systems are often run underground; some by the very nature of their function, others for convenience or aesthetics. Before digging, municipalities often require that the underground systems' locations be denoted and approved. Colored lines and/or flags are used to mark the location and detote the type of underground utility. The American Public Works Association (APWA) Uniform Color Codes for temporary marking of underground utilities are listed below: - White Proposed excavation limits or route
- Red Electric power lines, cables, conduit, and lighting cables
- Orange Communication, alarm or signal lines, cables, or conduit
- Yellow Gas, oil, steam, petroleum, or gaseous material
- Blue Potable water
- Purple Reclaimed water, irrigation, and slurry Lines
- Green Sewers and drain lines
- Pink Temporary survey markings, unknown/unidentified facilities
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