§ 39-1.2-12. Maintenance of utility markings.
After a public utility has marked its underground facilities in accordance with the provisions of § 39-1.2-7, the excavator shall be responsible for maintenance of the designated markings. In the event the markings are obliterated, destroyed, or removed, the utility shall, within forty-eight (48) hours following the receipt of a request, re-mark the location of its facilities.
History of Section.P.L. 1984, ch. 119, § 1; P.L. 2009, ch. 92, § 1; P.L. 2009, ch. 103, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 39 - Public Utilities and Carriers
Chapter 39-1.2 - Excavation near Underground Utility Facilities
Section 39-1.2-1. - Definitions.
Section 39-1.2-1.1. - Findings.
Section 39-1.2-2. - Excavation or demolition near public utility.
Section 39-1.2-3. - Annual report by public utilities.
Section 39-1.2-4. - Public utilities association — Creation.
Section 39-1.2-5. - Notice of excavation.
Section 39-1.2-6. - Compliance by public agencies.
Section 39-1.2-7. - Marking of underground utilities and excavations.
Section 39-1.2-8. - Notice in emergency.
Section 39-1.2-9. - Municipal ordinances.
Section 39-1.2-10. - Procedures at work site.
Section 39-1.2-11. - Damage — Notice to public utility.
Section 39-1.2-12. - Maintenance of utility markings.
Section 39-1.2-13. - Penalties.