Your local energy provider
New Hampton Municipal Light Plant (NHMLP) is proud to serve our community by providing safe, reliable electricity at affordable rates. Our electric rates are regularly evaluated and adjusted as needed to ensure dependable service.
Your safety is our highest priority. Thank you for helping keep our community safe.
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Safety Information
Iowa law requires everyone to contact Iowa One Call at least 48 hours before digging on any property.
Call 811 or visit iowaonecall.com. Locate requests can be submitted 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
A One Call request is required before projects such as:
- Installing a new driveway
- Building a new structure on your property
- Installing a new septic system
- Landscaping projects
- Installing fences
- Planting trees or shrubs
- Any project that requires digging
NHMLP's experienced lineworkers are available to respond quickly and safely to power outages.
To help keep your family safe during an outage:
- Keep flashlights and fresh batteries readily available.
- Turn off or unplug appliances that were in use when the power went out.
- Use surge protectors to help protect sensitive electronics from power surges when service is restored.
- Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to preserve food.
- Never use generators indoors or in enclosed spaces.
If you see a downed power line or damaged utility pole:
- Stay away from the area. Always assume the line is energized.
- Keep children, pets, and vehicles away.
- Report the situation immediately to New Hampton Municipal Light Plant.
- If a power line falls on your vehicle, remain inside if it is safe to do so and call 911. Exit only if there is an immediate danger, such as fire.
Your safety is our highest priority. Thank you for helping keep our community safe.