Summerville Residents Reminded to Call 811 Before Digging

Summerville residents planning outdoor projects are being reminded to call 811 before beginning any digging or excavation work.

Whether installing a privacy fence, starting construction, or preparing for a pool project, homeowners and contractors are required by Georgia law to contact Georgia 811 at least three business days before digging begins.

Underground utility lines can include natural gas pipes, water mains, sewer lines, and electric cables. Striking one of those lines can cause service outages, costly repairs, injuries, or dangerous emergency situations.

The Georgia 811 service is free. After a request is submitted, utility companies will mark the approximate location of underground lines using color-coded paint or flags. Anyone digging near marked lines should use caution and hand tools when working within 24 inches of a marked utility.

Residents can contact Georgia 811 by dialing 811, calling 800-282-7411, or visiting Georgia811.com.

Summerville officials encourage everyone to help protect public safety and utility service by remembering one simple rule: call before you dig.

City Of Summerville Hiring For Several Government Positions

The City of Summerville is currently accepting applications for several job openings in city government.

Current openings include a Building Inspector position in administration, a Customer Service Representative position in administration, and a Water/Sewer Maintenance Worker position with Summerville Utilities.

City officials say all listed positions are open until filled, meaning interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Applicants may review full job descriptions and apply online through the official City of Summerville Job Opportunities page. Applications may also be picked up in person at Summerville City Hall.

For more information about the application process, residents may contact Human Resources Director Kim Tucker at City Hall, located at 120 Georgia Avenue in Summerville. The mailing address is P.O. Box 180, Summerville, Georgia 30747.

The Human Resources office may be reached by phone at 706-859-0900. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Summerville Water Customers May Experience Low Water Pressure During Maintenance

The City of Summerville is advising water customers that temporary low water pressure may be experienced due to maintenance work at the city’s water treatment plant.

The maintenance is scheduled to take place Monday, January 12, 2026, and is expected to be completed the same day. During this time, customers across the city may notice reduced water pressure as crews perform necessary work to maintain system operations.

City officials say the maintenance is part of routine efforts to ensure the continued reliability and safety of the water system and thank residents and businesses for their patience while the work is underway.

Normal water pressure is expected to return once maintenance is completed.