Safety Guidelines

Is natural gas cooking safe?

Montana-Dakota Utilities takes the health and safety of our customers seriously. We have provided links to peer-reviewed studies and articles on this topic in our Is Natural Gas Cooking Safe? page.

METER ACCESS AND SAFETY

Clear access to your gas meter is necessary for safety and reliability of equipment. Visit Meter Access and Safety to learn more.

Pipeline Safety

Natural gas pipelines are the nation’s safest method of transporting energy. To protect their safe operation, please visit our Pipeline Safety page for information.

Power Line Safety

Power lines reliably deliver energy to our homes and businesses, and to do so, safety measures must be observed—especially during weather events and natural disasters. Visit our Power Line Safety page to learn how to remain safe around power lines.

Cross Bore Safety

There is a possibility that our gas pipeline may cross through the sewer pipe on your property. This is called a cross bore and occurs when trenchless technology is used to install underground utility lines. Click Cross Bore Safety to learn more.

GAS METER LOCATION GUIDELINES

Interested in acquiring natural gas service? Review our Gas Meter Location Guidelines page to learn more.

Landscaping Guidelines

When making any landscaping changes, safety around utility equipment should be considered. Click Landscaping Guidelines to learn more.

RESOURCES FOR KIDS

Visit Resources for Kids for games, videos, and activities to teach kids about electricity and natural gas safety.