City Utilities of Springfield, MO

05/31/2026

It’s National Dam Safety Awareness Day! (and yes, we’re dam proud of the work our teams do every day.)

City Utilities owns and maintains dams that help protect and support our community’s water supply. Our teams regularly inspect, monitor and maintain these facilities to help keep them operating safely and reliably.

Behind every safe dam is a team working year-round to protect one of our most important resources — water.

05/29/2026

Ever wonder what the inside of a power turbine looks like? 👀

At JTEC, one of our turbines was recently taken apart for regular maintenance. Every 5–10 years, crews inspect and repair many of the turbine’s parts to help keep power reliable for our community.

During this work, crews put in 60-hour weeks until the project is finished. It’s a rare chance to see inside one of the machines that helps power Springfield.

05/28/2026

We’re hiring an Electric System Designer to help design and support the electric infrastructure that powers our community. This role works on projects that help keep homes, businesses and neighborhoods connected with reliable electric service.

For more information and to apply, visit cityutilities.net/careers.

Here at CU, we pride ourselves on being a progressive, community-owned utility serving 320 square miles in southwest Missouri since 1945 with electricity, natural gas, water, broadband, and public transportation services. Our vision is to deliver world-class services and exceptional value to our cus...

05/27/2026

Child safety caps do more than help protect little ones — they can also help reduce minor drafts from unused outlets on exterior walls. Just press them into any unused outlet for an extra layer of protection and comfort at home.

Stay tuned for more simple weatherization tips you can use around your home, or check out CUSmartSolutions.net for more ways to save!

05/25/2026

In honor of Memorial Day, our offices will be closed on Monday, May 25. As we remember and honor our nation’s fallen heroes, we wish everyone a safe holiday weekend. ❤️🤍💙

Looking for ways to honor those who served this Memorial Day?
⭐ Attend a Memorial Day ceremony
⭐ Thank a veteran
⭐ Volunteer at a local veterans home or cemetery

As always, our crews remain on standby and are ready to respond to emergencies 24/7/365 should services be disrupted. Transit will operate on holiday routes. View schedules here: cutransit.net/routes

05/22/2026

City Utilities crews are currently working to restore power to around 750 homes and businesses following an equipment malfunction.

At this time, we are estimating that most power will be restored by 7:15 p.m.

Thank you for your patience as crews work to safely restore service. We’ll continue to provide updates here as more information becomes available.

If your power is out, please report it, even if you think we know:
• MyAccount: https://cityutilities.net/myaccount
• Call: (888) 863-9001

05/22/2026

Happy Friday! We couldn’t resist sharing a few of our favorite utility jokes…

🚰 Why did the faucet win an award?
Because it really knew how to handle pressure.

⚡ Why are power lines so good at teamwork?
They always stay connected.

🚌 Why did the bus go to school?
To improve its stops.

Now, it’s your turn! Share your best utility-themed jokes with us in the comments!

05/21/2026

Irrigation season is here! If you have a lawn irrigation system, don’t forget to get your backflow test completed by June 1.

Backflow testing helps protect Springfield’s drinking water and keeps unwanted materials from getting into the water system. By getting your system tested each year, you help keep our community’s water clean and safe. 💧

✅ Learn more at www.cityutilities.net/backflow

05/20/2026

A new episode of That’s Shocking! A City Utilities Podcast is available now.

Just HOW clean is Springfield’s drinking water? Let’s just say the safety standards will get you PUMPED. 💧 Kari Wolken, CU's manager of water quality at the Blackman Water Treatment Plant, shares the work happening behind the scenes to keep your water clean and safe.

Have questions for a future episode? Send them to [email protected].
🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

05/18/2026

Thinking about driving electric? ⚡🚗

In this video, we break down the differences between plug-in hybrid and all-electric vehicles, including the pros, challenges and potential cost savings of EV ownership. Learn how charging works, what to expect with maintenance and whether an electric vehicle could fit your lifestyle.

Want to see if you qualify for EV charger rebates? Visit www.cusmartsolutions.net