BlueLake Utility Services LLC $1,000 Penalty, Natural Gas Violation
Summary
The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission has assessed a $1,000 civil penalty against BlueLake Utility Services LLC following a staff investigation for an alleged violation of RCW 19.122, Washington's underground utility damage prevention statute. The case (Docket DG-260260) was filed on April 15, 2026, and transitioned to formal status on April 27, 2026. This enforcement action stems from the company's natural gas operations in the Call Before You Dig (812) industry code.
“Staff investigation of BlueLake Utility Services, LLC for an alleged violation of RCW 19.122.”
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The Washington UTC has formally assessed a $1,000 civil penalty against BlueLake Utility Services LLC for an alleged violation of RCW 19.122, the state's underground utility damage prevention law governing natural gas operations. The investigation was conducted by UTC staff and the case has progressed from pending to formal status as of April 27, 2026.
Utilities and energy companies operating natural gas infrastructure in Washington should ensure their damage prevention practices comply fully with RCW 19.122 requirements, including proper call-before-you-dig procedures. The formal case status indicates the commission has determined sufficient grounds exist to pursue the penalty through its adjudicative process.
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$1,000 civil penalty
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Docket Number 260260
| Docket Number | DG-260260 |
|---|---|
| Advice | |
| Company | |
| DBA | |
| Filing Type | Assessment (penalty) |
| Industry (Code) | Call Before You Dig Natural Gas (812) |
| Status | Formal |
| Lead Staff | Le, Arianna (UTC) |
| Filed Date | 04/15/2026 |
| Effective Date | N/A |
| Summary | Staff investigation of BlueLake Utility Services, LLC for an alleged violation of RCW 19.122. |
Event History
- 04/27/2026 -- Formal
- 04/15/2026 -- Pending
- 04/15/2026 -- Open
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