Black River Electric Cooperative - Sumter, SC

Black River Electric Cooperative - Sumter, SC We are a member-owned, nonprofit electric cooperative providing safe, reliable, affordable, quality services. So what exactly does 75 years mean to us?

Electric cooperative members in South Carolina enjoy some of the lowest rates and highest quality electric service to be found anywhere in the country - and Black River Electric Cooperative is proud to be a part of that equation. We are committed to holding down costs – just like the founders were when things first got started. In the 1930s, private power companies were not interested in serving r

emote areas. It was more profitable for them to serve primarily towns and along main highways. Seventy five years ago, folks out in the county were only dreaming of electricity in their homes – but that was all about to change! President Franklin Delano Roosevelt created the Rural Electrification Administration in response to the needs of rural citizens. Early cooperatives were required to collect a $5 membership fee from those choosing to become part of the cooperative. A right-of-way easement and three members per mile of power line were essential in an area before plans were made to build a power line. The first power lines were energized in late 1939 with approximately 710 original members and 175 miles of line. Black River Electric Cooperative is more than a rural electricity supplier. The cooperative provides safe, reliable electricity and other services to homes, commercial establishments, and industries across our four county service area, which includes Sumter, Lee, Clarendon and Kershaw counties. Locally owned by the members it serves, Black River is governed by a Board of Trustees elected by the membership. Trustees are members representing districts in the four counties of our region. Daily operations are managed by our President and Chief Executive Officer, Charlie Allen, and his team. We have a commitment to our community – one that we do not take lightly. It’s a history that goes back 75 years, and one that we are extremely proud of! It means we're just getting started. We continue the tradition of service and innovation and we look forward to 75 more years of providing the best to our members.

06/12/2026

Summer outages can happen, that's why it's important to make sure you and all your family members know where they store flashlights and batteries for situations such as these. #PowerOn

06/09/2026

This week, we are proud to recognize the dedicated team members who help keep our system running safely and reliably. Our right-of-way professionals work year-round to maintain clear access to power lines, manage vegetation and ensure safe distances between trees and electrical equipment. Their work plays a critical role in preventing outages and protecting our community. Join us in thanking these behind-the-scenes heroes during Right-of-Way Professionals Week!

Is your house ready to handle the hot, humid days of summer? Don’t sweat it. With these simple steps, you’ll stay cool a...
06/05/2026

Is your house ready to handle the hot, humid days of summer? Don’t sweat it. With these simple steps, you’ll stay cool and save all season long.

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Summer is here, which means our home cooling systems are working harder and we’ll likely see higher energy bills. The go...
06/02/2026

Summer is here, which means our home cooling systems are working harder and we’ll likely see higher energy bills. The good news? Small steps to save energy can make a significant difference. Swipe for practical ways to save this summer. 😎☀️

05/29/2026

Safety is the backbone of reliability, which is why safety runs through everything we do.

05/26/2026

Beat the heat and save energy this summer!

Raise your thermostat a few degrees when possible and make sure to replace dirty/clogged filters so your system runs efficiently. Use smaller appliances instead of the oven to keep extra heat out of the kitchen and remember to close blinds during the hottest times of the day.

Simple actions can lead to significant savings this summer. 😎☀️

05/25/2026
Strong communities depend on safe, reliable power. Our crews show that commitment in every job, every day.
05/22/2026

Strong communities depend on safe, reliable power. Our crews show that commitment in every job, every day.

BREC in the Community!!
05/19/2026

BREC in the Community!!

Address

1121 North Pike Road, West
Sumter, SC
29150

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18034698060

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