Mississippi 811, Inc. (MS811) is a non-profit organization providing underground utility notification service under Mississippi Code of 1972, Chapter 13, Sections 77-13-1 through 77-13-23. MS811 is a computerized information center located in Jackson which establishes a statewide communications link between those who dig (excavators) and those who own and operate underground facilities (operators) in Mississippi. The information center is funded by member utility companies operating or maintaining underground facilities throughout the state. Members of MS811 are operators engaged in the communications, Gas Transmission, Gas Distribution, Electric Power, Products/Pipeline, Municipal Gas/Water/Sewer, cable TV, and other industries. Mission Statement: To receive excavation and demolition location information from excavators, contractors, builders, and private citizens who are going to dig, drill, blast, bore and to disseminate this information to our members in any attempt, through teamwork to: Promote a higher level of public safety Reduce underground utility damages Minimize utility service interruption Reduce on the job injuries and worse Protect the environment Our organization is only as good as its people, the effort they put forth and how they interact and work together. At MS811, one will find people of high ability and professionalism working as a team. People who demonstrate mutual trust and respect the dignity of the individual. We value diversity. Our people believe in innovation, both in equipment and the way we do things. Our people also believe in utilizing their abilities to the fullest and in putting forth extra effort.