Environmental
The West Virginia One Call System ('Call Before You Dig') is relevant to real estate because:
AIt reports property boundaries to title companies
BIt notifies utility companies before excavation to prevent damage to underground utilities and pipelines✓ Correct
CIt provides West Virginia mineral rights ownership information
DIt is required for all property title searches
Explanation
West Virginia's One Call System (1-800-245-4848) must be contacted before any excavation. This is critically important in West Virginia with its extensive underground pipelines (including Marcellus Shale gas infrastructure), coal mine shafts, and utility lines.
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