Ameren is committed to the safe and reliable delivery of natural gas and electricity to our 2.2 million electric and natural gas customers throughout Illinois.  We take safety seriously and believe that everyone must do their part to prevent accidents that can result in unnecessary damage, injury or death. 

The goal of Ameren's Damage Prevention Program is to educate contractors, excavators. homeowners, emergency responders, public officials and our employees of the importance of proper and safe excavation practices when working and living near utilities.