Dakota Electric Association

Dakota Electric Association Dakota Electric is a member-owned, not-for-profit cooperative that provides safe, reliable, & affordable electricity to its 118,000 members.

Founded in 1937, Dakota Electric Association is the second largest electric cooperative in Minnesota. Dakota Electric serves more than 115,000 members throughout Dakota County and bordering regions of Goodhue, Scott and Rice counties. We are the second largest electric cooperative in Minnesota and ranked among the 25 largest electric distribution cooperatives in the nation. Dakota Electric purchas

es wholesale electricity from Great River Energy, a generation and transmission cooperative in Maple Grove, Minn. To report an outage, please call 651-463-6201.

04/02/2026

Spring storms can pack a punch and sometimes that means damage to power lines. If you see a downed or damaged line, always assume it’s energized and stay far away. Call 911 first, then report it to us right away at 651-463-6201.

Load management times for Thursday, April 2:Water Heating: 6:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Dual Fuel: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.Thank ...
04/01/2026

Load management times for Thursday, April 2:

Water Heating: 6:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Dual Fuel: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Thank you to all those who participate! Learn more about our load management programs: http://ow.ly/rgLu50OpnNF

INTRODUCING: WIRELESS ELECTRICITY!!!Starting today, your home will receive electricity wirelessly. No more outlets. No m...
04/01/2026

INTRODUCING: WIRELESS ELECTRICITY!!!

Starting today, your home will receive electricity wirelessly. No more outlets. No more plugs. Just stand near your appliances and think about power.

(Results may vary.)

03/31/2026

In 2026, we added over 440 members to our EV charging programs. Most of our programs incentivize EV owners to charge at night when the wholesale cost of electricity is significantly lower than throughout the day. Being able to "fill up a tank" for less than $10 feels... nice.

Before you dig, call 811. It's the law.
03/30/2026

Before you dig, call 811. It's the law.

We are hiring!Dakota Electric is looking for a Business Account Executive to partner with our largest commercial & indus...
03/29/2026

We are hiring!

Dakota Electric is looking for a Business Account Executive to partner with our largest commercial & industrial members and help deliver reliable power, innovative solutions, and long-term value. This is a strategic, visible role for someone who can build trust, manage complex accounts, and create an exceptional member experience.

Link in comments for more information.

It's that time of year again - mark your calendars for Dakota Electric's 88th Annual Meeting on Thursday, April 23! Lear...
03/28/2026

It's that time of year again - mark your calendars for Dakota Electric's 88th Annual Meeting on Thursday, April 23! Learn about the state of your cooperative, talk with leadership, and cast your vote in the Board of Directors election.

Come be a part of your cooperative. Doors open at 6pm and the meeting starts at 7pm.

Thank you to CPR Professionals for another incredible safety training. With realistic and hands-on education in CPR, AED...
03/27/2026

Thank you to CPR Professionals for another incredible safety training. With realistic and hands-on education in CPR, AED, choking hazards, & more, your efforts have literally helped our teams save lives in the field.

03/26/2026

March is National Ladder Safety Month! Remember, ladders and electricity can be a dangerous mix, and every step counts. When working on outdoor projects, always look up and around for overhead power lines. Staying aware, stay safe!

Fer sure it's going to snow again this spring, eh? That just means more time to prepare for the REAL summer.If you haven...
03/26/2026

Fer sure it's going to snow again this spring, eh? That just means more time to prepare for the REAL summer.

If you haven't checked out this year's rebates for electric lawn mowers, yard tools, heat pumps, & more do it now and don't leave money on the table. Link in the comments.

03/25/2026

As Dakota County continues to grow, so do we!

Watch months of progress as our new facility seemingly comes to life in seconds. The new Energy Center isn't just a building. It's an investment in our cooperative future, catching up to the growth of our community, and a commitment to best serve our members for decades to come.

Address

4300 220th Street W
Farmington, MN
55024

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7am - 5:30pm
Friday 7am - 5:30pm

Telephone

(651) 463-6212

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Dakota Electric serves more than 100,000 members throughout Dakota County and bordering regions of Goodhue, Scott and Rice counties. We are the second largest electric cooperative in Minnesota and ranked among the 25 largest electric distribution cooperatives in the nation. Dakota Electric purchases wholesale electricity from Great River Energy, a generation and transmission cooperative in Maple Grove, Minn. Disclaimer Dakota Electric Association’s page is intended to serve as an informative community page where you can learn about co-op news, promotions, events, energy tips and large outages and restoration efforts. We invite you to comment and ask questions on our wall, though Dakota Electric may not respond to every posting. This page will generally be monitored by Dakota Electric staff a couple of times a day during regular business hours, unless there is a large outage or other event requiring frequent communication and updates. Dakota Electric does not endorse, nor are we responsible for the accuracy of information, opinions, claims or advice shared by other Facebook users. This is not a place to report an outage, electrical emergency or unsafe condition. If you are currently experiencing an outage or see an unsafe condition, please call Dakota Electric’s 24-hour outage and emergency service line at 651-463-6201 or 1-800-430-9722 and have the telephone number associated with your account available. Although Dakota Electric has no obligation to monitor postings on this page, we reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to remove postings that: • Are abusive, defamatory, obscene, disparaging or offensive • Include names or private information of any Dakota Electric employee, board member, member, etc. • Solicit readers for any purpose • Endorse political candidates or views, including those for Dakota Electric Association’s board of directors. Violation of any of the above rules may result in the fan being suspended, banned or prevented from accessing Dakota Electric's page.