Penalty for digging without line locates - Approved August 13, 2026

Penalty for digging without line locates - Approved August 13, 2026

Notice of additional penalty for damage to Combined Consumers SUD water lines by Excavation/Digging.

Combined Consumers SUD is not ALWAYS notified when you call 811 for line locates.  You will need to contact Combined Consumers  SUD at 903-356-3321 ext 100.

Pursuant to Chapter 65.207 of the Texas Water Code, Combined Consumers  Utility District (CCSUD) hereby gives notice that any person who excavates or digs more than 16 inches deep, within its service area, described as Certificate of Convenience and Necessity No. 10855, located in and around Hunt, Van Zandt, and Kaufman Counties, Texas is subject to the following official rules:

Damage to District Water Lines and Facilities Caused by Excavation or Digging.  Should the District’s facilities or equipment be damaged in any respect due to excavation, digging, or any other activity that damages the District's water line or facilities. In that case, a fee shall be charged equal to the actual costs for all labor, materials, and equipment necessary for the repair or replacement of the District’s water lines and facilities.  In addition to the fee for all labor, materials, and equipment, an automatic penalty of $3,000.00 shall also be assessed and shall apply to each occurrence of a violation of this section.  A penalty under this section is in addition to any other penalty or remedy provided by the laws of the State of Texas or this Rate Order.

The Combined Consumers Utility District’s service policy and map showing the CCSUD’s  service area, as well as the official record of rules regarding excavation or digging, may be reviewed and obtained at the District’s office, 10446 FM 751 Quinlan, Texas 75474.

Board Approved August 13, 2026