BEHIND THE NUMBERS

When you flip a switch and the lights come on, it’s easy to take electricity for granted. But delivering reliable power across southeastern Indiana requires constant work—and a lot of numbers that tell the story behind the scenes.

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April is Lineworker Appreciation Month, making it the perfect time to take a closer look at what it takes to maintain the electric system that powers homes, farms, schools, and businesses across our seven-county service territory.

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Miles of Line, Miles of Responsibility

Southeastern Indiana REMC maintains 3,480 miles of power lines stretching across Dearborn, Franklin, Jefferson, Jennings, Ohio, Ripley, and Switzerland counties.

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Those lines run through farmland, wooded hillsides, and rural roads—often in areas that are difficult to access. Line crews regularly inspect, maintain, and upgrade this infrastructure to ensure members receive safe and reliable service.

Strengthening the System

Reliability depends on strong infrastructure. Throughout the year, crews work to replace aging equipment and upgrade the system.

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This includes replacing utility poles, transformers, and other equipment that help deliver electricity safely to members. These proactive improvements help prevent outages and ensure the system is prepared to handle changing weather conditions and growing energy needs.

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Responding When It Matters Most

Even with careful planning and maintenance, storms, vehicle accidents, and fallen trees can sometimes cause outages.

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When that happens, Southeastern Indiana REMC lineworkers respond quickly—often working overnight, during storms, and in difficult conditions—to restore power as safely and efficiently as possible.

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Their work doesn’t stop when the weather turns bad. In fact, that’s often when their work is just beginning.

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Powering Our Communities

Beyond outage restoration, line crews also connect new services, upgrade equipment, and respond to emergency calls throughout the year.

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Every pole set, every line repaired, and every outage restored represents the dedication of the men and women who keep electricity flowing to our communities.

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This April, during Lineworker Appreciation Month, we recognize the skilled professionals whose work often happens behind the scenes—but whose impact is felt every time the lights come on.