Slope Electric Cooperative had a busy summer, marked by a strong dedication to the work plan projects that focused on system improvements. In addition to schedule improvements, our crews have responded to new requests from members for service upgrades, as well as addressing unplanned system repairs due to storm changes and weather-related events. Other projects ranged from new commercial services to underground upgrades.

Portions of the Langberg Substation, located south of Rhame, were recently converted to underground cable. This will allow Slope Electric to retire over 14 miles of overhead power line and replace with over 14 miles of underground cable. Converting to underground cable allows for additional safety and reliability to our system. Now that the substation work is complete, Slope Electric crews have been working to switch members’ electric service feed back to the substation.

During line patrol, crews identified places across our service area where trees need to be trimmed, and utility pole needed replacement. Crews continue to work on these projects across the service area to ensure reliable electrical services. Slope Electric also worked on restoration efforts from the frequent high winds and storms that impacted the area.

Our service area has also been busy with economic development projects which Slope Electric provided services to. Some of these projects include a wind farm project near Rhame and others.

Slope Electric crews have also been helping prepare for new services like grain handling services. Which reminds us, as harvest begins, we would like to encourage members to take extra safety precautions like keeping an eye on wires and poles to ensure an accidental contact or collision does not take place. If you need lines moved or see damage that needs to be addressed by the cooperative, please call our office at 701-579-4191.