Our Mission Statement

The Horizontal Directional Drilling Association (HDDA) is a trade organization that strives to promote horizontal directional drilling for the utility and pipeline industry.

The overarching goal is to educate Public and Governmental agencies of the Economical and Environmental benefits of Horizontal drilling, as well as HDD limitations. As a group we strive to be non-bias towards the Industry segments represented, or member political views.

Our primary goals are to promote the HDD industry, educate entities on the benefits of HDD, fight regulations that hinder our industry, improve the HDD industry through safety and education and elevate trenchless construction to new heights.

Our membership is open to all HDD industry professionals. Each member holding equal status.

Why HDDA?

Government

Representation

for HDD

Advocacy for the HDD industry
at both state and federal levels.

Focused on addressing key issues
and regulations that directly impact
our members.

Ensuring the HDD industry's voice
is heard in policy discussions.

Industry-Specific

Digital Training

HDDA-Certified

Strong emphasis on building a safer
workplace by enhancing workforce
quality and integrity.

Training focused on safety and
operational topics that are directly
relevant to the HDD sector.

Offering education on current HDD
industry challenges, with a focus
on real-world application.

Targeted Training

Content-specific professionals
invited to share their expertise
with our members.

Sessions cover crucial
HDD topics such as:

State of the HDD Market

Contract management
and negotiations

Employment law in the
HDD industry

Leadership and management skills

Best practices for hiring in a
competitive market

Upcoming Events

Horseshoe Bay Fall Conference

October 22 - 25

Details

Texas 811: Excavation Safety Day (Tyler)

September 18 - 18

HDD Rodeo Drilling Competition

October 7 - 9

The Utility Expo 2025

October 7 - 9

Underground Infrastructure Conference

January 27 - 28