MISSOURI COMMON GROUND ALLIANCE
Education. Events. Professional Development
The Missouri Common Ground Alliance is dedicated to protecting underground utility infrastructure and eliminating accidents and injuries due to unsafe excavation practices. We provide education, events, and professional development for stakeholders in many industries, at every level.
JOIN US! April 1 @ Noon
NATIONAL SAFE DIGGING MONTH KICK-OFF “Lunch & Learn”
The MCGA and Missouri 811 are teaming up for this lunch and learn webinar to discuss how excavators can implement strategies to avoid buried utility damage while digging.
Scan or click the QR code to find out more.
The Summit
- Mark your calendars now for the Summit on December 9 & 10, 2026 at the Springfield Ozark Empire Fairgrounds.
- Are you a locator? Compete in the International Utility Locate Rodeo, December 7 & 8 prior to the Summit. Find out more at www.locaterodeo.net.
VacEx Rodeo
- WHO – You and your best Hydro or VacEx crew!
- WHAT – the second ever MCGA VacEx Rodeo
- WHEN – December 9, 2026
- WHERE – The Grandstands at Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, 3001 N Grant Ave, Springfield, MO 65803
Media
Videos, Photos, Training, and Resources
The MO CGA has created a library of free damage prevention and excavation safety resources for stakeholders. We encourage you to explore the MO CGA collection of tools, photos, and videos to help aid your training and safety efforts. Please email the Missouri Common Ground Alliance team for additional safety materials and resources.
Word From a Value Member
Thank you, Jerry Baker of Springfield City Utilities for being a dedicated and long-time member of the Missouri Common Ground Alliance, and a true advocate for safety and damage prevention!
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Damage Prevention Partners
