Record 811 Participation Helps Drive Lowest Infrastructure Damage Rate on Record Across SoCalGas Service Territory
SOCGP could see near-term upside from reduced dig-in costs and safer operations, likely over 1–3 quarters.
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SOCGP could see near-term upside from reduced dig-in costs and safer operations, likely over 1–3 quarters.
What happened and why it matters
SoCalGas reported 811 participation rose to over 1.1 million in 2025, up 6% year over year, with a record-low damage rate. The results show a 32% reduction in dig-ins since 2019 and that roughly 60% of incidents occur when 811 is not called, underscoring the ongoing value of public awareness and safety programs.
Positive safety metrics can marginally improve sentiment and risk perception, but the data is informational, not earnings-driven, limiting immediate price moves for SOCGP.
SoCalGas marks National 811 Day; 2025 damage rate hits record low.
1.1M Californians called 811 in 2025, up 6%.
60% of dig-ins occurred because 811 wasn’t called.
32% dig-ins reduction since 2019, per SoCalGas.
Know Before You Dig campaign emphasizes safe digging.
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