Officially formed in 2000, the CGA represents a continuation of the damage prevention efforts embodied by the Common Ground Study.  Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Transportation and completed in 1999, this Study represents the collaborative work of 160 industry professionals who identified best practices relating to damage prevention.

Purpose

The Purpose of the Common Ground Alliance (CGA) is to prevent damage to underground infrastructure by:

• Fostering a sense of shared responsibility for the protection of underground facilities;
• Supporting research;
• Developing and conducting public awareness and education programs;
• Identifying and disseminating the stakeholder best practices such as those embodied in the Common Ground Study; and,
• Serving as a clearinghouse for damage data collection, analysis, and dissemination.

To view the Common Ground Alliance Best Practices version 7 click here.