Electric Generation
Black Hills Power has been providing safe, reliable electric service to customers in the Black Hills area for more than 125 years.
Black Hills Power was incorporated on August 24, 1941, at which time we had small generating plants all over the Black Hills supplying power to our fast growing territory. Today, these plants have largely been replaced by three power generation complexes in South Dakota and Wyoming.
Black Hills Power owns and operates five natural gas fired combustion turbines, also referred to as peak load power plants. Four are located in South Dakota and one in Wyoming. They provide back-up generation to serve our customers in the event one of our base-load power plants requires maintenance or repair.
In order to provide the necessary generation from these peak load power plants, natural gas pipelines are used to transport natural gas fuel used to operate the turbines.
Natural Gas Pipelines
Black Hills Power operates 28 miles of natural gas pipeline in South Dakota and Wyoming. Natural gas pipelines are the transportation roadways for supplying natural gas to Black Hills Power’s combustions (gas) turbines. Natural gas pipelines are the nation’s safest method of delivering clean-burning natural gas. And while our safety record is exceptional, it is important for anyone who lives and works near natural gas pipelines to know basic safety information.
The number one cause of pipeline accidents or problems is third party damage caused by digging. We ask you to become familiar with the potential hazards and information on how to prevent pipeline problems and to report any concerns. If you notice any suspicious activity at or near our pipelines, call our 24/7 emergency number at 605-721-2289.
The following links will direct you to information and education to help you learn more about our natural gas pipelines, how to identify a natural gas leak and what to do if you suspect a leak.
Black Hills Power Pipeline Emergency Contact Information
If you notice any suspicious activity at or near our pipelines or valves, or if you suspect a leak, please call 605-721-2289 immediately. Our line is available 24 hours a day.
Call Before You Dig – It’s the Law
Call 811-Know What’s Below
Knowing where underground utility lines are buried before you dig will help protect you from injury and prevent damages to utilities, service disruptions and potential fines and repair costs.
Common Ground Alliance (CGA)
CGA is the leading association created specifically to work with all industry stakeholders in an effort to prevent damage to underground utility infrastructure and ensure public safety and environmental protection.
Pipeline Safety Awareness
BHP Pipeline Awareness Brochure (PDF)
National Pipeline Mapping System
Gas Safety
Recognizing a Pipeline Leak
If You Smell Gas
Carbon Monoxide Dangers
Detect Carbon Monoxide
Public Education Resources
Pipeline 101
American Gas Association
Pipeline Association for Public Awareness
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