2026 International Utility Locate Rodeo

The 2026 International Utility Locate Rodeo will be held December 7-8 in Springfield, Missouri, offering free competition to utility locators worldwide with prizes up to $2,500 for division winners. The event, organized by the Missouri Common Ground Alliance in partnership with the National Utility Locating Contractors Association, aims to promote locating and damage prevention best practices while recognizing superior performance in the utility locating profession. Competitors are also encouraged to attend the 2026 MOCGA Summit on December 9-10 for free safety and damage prevention classes.