Minnesota Hydrovac & Excavation Regulations
Excavation laws, 811 requirements, and licensing information for Minnesota.
Minnesota requires excavators to contact Gopher State One Call at least 48 hours before excavation. The state's Excavation Notice System provides robust underground facility damage prevention rules.
Hydrovac excavation is widely used in Minnesota due to frozen ground conditions during winter months and dense utility infrastructure in the Twin Cities metro area. The state strongly supports non-destructive excavation methods.
Call Before You Dig: Gopher State One Call
Phone: 811 | Notice Required: 48 hours
Visit Gopher State One Call WebsiteTolerance Zone
Careful excavation required within 24 inches of marked underground facilities on each side.
Key Regulations
Minnesota Excavation Notice System
Comprehensive statute requiring pre-excavation notification and safe digging practices.
Minnesota Statutes 216D
Mandatory Vacuum Excavation
State encourages vacuum excavation as best practice within tolerance zones.
Locate Ticket Duration
Locate tickets are valid for 14 calendar days; renewal required for ongoing work.
Penalties for Violations
Minnesota imposes penalties for excavation law violations.
Maximum Fine: $10,000 per violation
- ●Gross misdemeanor for repeat offenders
- ●Civil liability for all damages and restoration costs
Licensing Requirements
- Minnesota contractor license as required by project scope
- Compliance with Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry requirements
- Workers compensation and general liability insurance
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