Ohio Utilities Protection Service (OUPS)

Call Before You Dig - Ohio Utilities Protection Service (OUPS)Underground wiring is marked for the Ohio Utilities Protection Service (OUPS).

Employees mark the location of underground street light wires on a daily basis as required by Ohio law. Anyone planning to do any digging is required to call OUPS 48 hours in advance at 800-362-2764.

Color of the Flags

  • Blue: Potable Water
  • Green: Sewers and Drain Lines
  • Orange: Communication, Alarm or Signal Lines, Cables or Conduit
  • Red: Electric Power Lines
  • White: Proposed Excavation
  • Yellow: Gas - Oil