Gas mains are often installed in road rights-of-way and dedicated utility easements. It is important that YOU know if a pipeline runs through your property or through a property where you are doing excavation work.

Look for Pipeline Markers
Look for these signs: White posts with bright yellow warning signs. Our pipelines are buried underground. These posts are used to show the approximate location of the pipelines. Look in road rights-of-way, at intersections, and along fence lines.
Check today for pipeline markers posted nearby or on your property, or in your neighborhood, or at a work location.

You should be aware of any markers in and around your neighborhood or work location. Write down the name and phone number of the pipe line company listed on the marker and keep it in a safe place in case of an emergency involving the pipeline.

Recognizing a Leak in a Pipeline
SIGHT: Look for dust blowing in the air, a white cloud or fog, persistent bubbling in standing water, or discolored vegetation.
SOUND: Listen for any unusual noise coming from the pipeline, like a hissing or roaring sound.
SMELL: An unusual smell will accompany a pipeline leak.

What to Do If a Leak Occurs
1. Leave the leak area immediately.
2. Do not light a match, start an engine, use a telephone, turn lights switches on or off, or do anything that may create a spark.
3. From a safe location, call Texas Gas at 1-800-925-0705. Give your name, phone number, a description of the leak and its location to the operator.
4. Warn Others.
5. Do not drive into a leak or vapor cloud area.

Texas Gas will immediately dispatch personnel to the site of any leak to help handle the emergency and provide information to public safety officials to aid in the response to the emergency. We will also take the necessary operating actions – such as closing and opening valves and similar steps – to minimize the impact of a leak.