Electric service is one of the most essential services the City of Bennettsville provides. Every home, business, and public facility depends on reliable electricity to function each day. From lighting and heating to operating equipment and supporting local businesses, electricity powers nearly every aspect of modern life.

The City’s role is to ensure that power is delivered safely, reliably, and consistently to our community. While electricity is generated outside of Bennettsville, the City is responsible for bringing that power into our community and distributing it to our customers. This includes maintaining the infrastructure—such as power lines, poles, transformers, and equipment—that allows electricity to reach homes and businesses.

Our electric system operates continuously, requiring daily monitoring, routine maintenance, and rapid response during outages or severe weather. When interruptions occur, City crews work diligently to restore service as quickly and safely as possible.

Providing electric service also requires careful planning and responsible management. The City must balance the cost of purchasing power, maintaining infrastructure, and delivering service in a way that remains fair and sustainable for our customers. This ensures that the system can continue to operate effectively both now and in the future.

In addition, the City follows established safety standards and operational guidelines to protect both our employees and the public. These standards help ensure that the system operates safely and efficiently at all times.

At its core, Bennettsville’s electric service is about more than just delivering power—it is about supporting the daily lives of our residents, enabling businesses to succeed, and helping our community grow.