Before starting any digging or excavating, remember Missouri law requires that a locate request be placed. Placing a locate request is free and easy. Call 1-800-DIG-RITE (344-7483) or 811. You can also place your request online using Internet Ticketing on the Dig-Rite website. The utilities should respond to your request and mark the approximate location of their facilities within three working days. Please contact Superintendent of Utilities Darrell Dunlap at 573-592-3111 if you have any questions.