Black Hills Electric Co-op

09/07/2026

Today, we recognize and celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of the people who help make our community strong.
From our cooperative family to yours, we wish you a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable Labor Day!
Reminder our office is closed today, and we will resume normal business hours tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8. If you experience an outage, call 800-742-0085 or report through your SmartHub account.

09/04/2026

A few great local stops to add to your list—we’re proud to keep them powered! ⚡️

Western and central South Dakota electric co-ops launch "This is Co-op Country” road trip map to highlight local destinations.

09/04/2026

Know someone on the list? Send them our way!

💲Find all members we owe money to here: https://www.bhec.coop/unclaimed-capital-credits

09/04/2026

In observance of Labor Day, our office will be closed Monday, September 7.
We hope you have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!
As always if you need to report an outage or any other urgent matter call 800-742-0085 or report through SmartHub.

09/01/2026

Years of experience, dedication, and commitment make a strong cooperative — and today, we’re proud to recognize Dean, Sammi, Danny and Carlos for their years of service with BHEC!
Thank you for the knowledge, hard work, and dedication you’ve given to our cooperative and the communities we serve. We’re grateful to have you on our team!

08/31/2026

08/30/2026

Call 811 before every digging project. Our contractor will locate and mark our primary electric lines. Private electric lines on your side of the meter are the property owner’s responsibility and require a private utility locator.
Dig safe. Prevent outages. Protect yourself.

08/25/2026

Our office will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26, from 7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
To report outages or urgent matters please call: 800-742-0085
Our dispatch center is ready to assist during this time!

08/24/2026

As students head back to school, remember to slow down in school zones and watch for children at bus stops and crosswalks.
We wish all students, teachers, and staff a safe, successful, and exciting school year!