Digging Near a Pipe
MarkWest needs help to prevent pipeline emergencies. The primary cause of pipeline leaks is damage occurring from construction related activity. If you are working around our equipment:
- Contact the One-Call Center and/or MarkWest at least two days before planned work activity
| National Call Before You Dig Number 811 |
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| Kentucky |
(800) 752-6007 |
| West Virginia |
(800) 245-4848 |
| Michigan |
(800) 482-7171 |
| New Mexico |
(800) 321-ALERT |
| Ohio |
(855) 878-4859 |
| Oklahoma |
(800) 522-6543 |
| Texas |
(800) 245-4545 |
| Pennsylvania |
(800) 242-1776 |
- Do not make unauthorized use of a right-of-way
- Do not disturb the ground until the pipeline is marked
- Abide by all location markers and instructions provided by the MarkWest representatives
- Carefully hand dig and probe until the pipeline is exposed
- Do not use power equipment around the pipeline
- When backfilling, provide proper support for pipelines and ensure adequate soil cover on top and use suitable rock-free material to avoid damage to line coating
- If the pipeline is damaged or poses a threat to the public, immediately leave the area
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- When you reach a safe area, call the MarkWest 24-hour emergency number and dial 911
| MarkWest Emergency Numbers by State |
| Kentucky |
(877) 675-9378 |
| Michigan |
(866) 342-6914 |
| New Mexico |
(800) 852-9225 |
| Ohio |
(855) 878-4859 |
| Oklahoma |
(800) 852-9225 |
| Pennsylvania |
(866) 342-6914 |
| Texas (East Texas) |
(800) 677-6360 |
| Texas (Javelina) |
(361) 289-4777 |
| Texas (Pinnacle) |
(800) 852-9225 |
| West Virginia |
(877) 675-9378 |
