Welcome to the Utilities Electric Department
The City of Fountain Utilities electric division is proud to provide electric services to approximately 18,000 metered electric accounts and supports a population of nearly 48,000 people in and around the Fountain area. The Electric Division operates and maintains just under 40 square miles of overhead and underground distribution system. Approximately two thirds of this service area is outside of City limits.
City of Fountain Utilities is a public power provider. As a community-owned, locally controlled, not-for-profit electric utility, the people of Fountain are included in making key decisions about our energy future.
The majority of our power is purchased wholesale from the Western Area Power Administration, the Public Service Company of Colorado, and Pueblo Dam Hydroelectric. A solar array serves as a source of local power generation.
In order to complete an electric service upgrade, you must first obtain a permit from Pikes Peak Regional Building Department. After this has been obtained, you contact the Utilities Department at 719-322-2092 to schedule a shut-down of electric service to complete your service upgrade operations.
In general, no. These types of operations are not completed outside of the normal operation hours of the Utilities Department. These hours are M-F, 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Any shutdowns completed outside of these hours must be an emergency or have prior approval from the General Foreman. A fee will be assessed for non-emergency shutdowns approved by the General Foreman outside of the normal operation hours accordingly.
The owner must run the new service line in accordance with applicable codes.
There may be additional costs associated with these upgrades that must be borne by the customer. As each upgrade is unique to each customer, costs may vary. A full breakdown of costs associated with each upgrade is provided accordingly.
We encourage the exploration of other options prior to construction, which include:
- Exchanges a large draw electric appliance for a natural gas range or dryer to free a 30- or 50-amp breaker to handle an A/C unit or hot tub
- Considering another type of cooling unit such as evaporative air.
Information for Developers
Thank you for choosing to develop within the City of Fountain Electric Service Territory, we look forward to being your provider and working with you as you complete your project / development.
In order to provide you with the efficient, high-quality service that you expect and deserve, we require that you supply the following information prior to the commencement of your project.
Please review and utilize the forms that pertain to your specific needs.
The forms can be found in the section to the right and are in Adobe format for your convenience.
You will need Adobe Reader on your system to open these files.
Should you have any questions or concerns please contact our Utilities Department offices at 719-322-2092 for more information.
The Developer Guidelines explains what is expected and required of developers.
The Commercial Load Data Form will need to be completed for cost estimates and to determine if an existing power source can support the new project. This form relates to the following projects: Commercial, Multi-family residential and Light Industrial.
The Residential Load Data Form will need to be completed for cost estimates and to determine if an existing power source can support the additional load to the single-family residence.
The Application for Electric Line Extension will need to be completed when submitting new development proposals. Print out this form, fill it out, and submit a hard copy of the plans for your project, as well as an electronic copy that should be in NAD 1983 Stateplane Colorado Central FIPS (feet). This will assist us in designing the electric system that will fit your specific needs. You will submit this form to the Utilities Department at 6745 116 S. Main Street, Fountain, CO 80817. Upon receipt you will receive a log number and a copy of this form to turn into the City of Fountain Planning Department, along with your other required documents.
Solar Energy
With an average of 245 sunny days per year, Colorado could be considered a great place to take advantage of solar energy. With the proper equipment, you can harness the benefits of this abundant resource, reduce your carbon footprint, and potentially save money on your utility bill.
Fountain Utilities makes use of a solar program known as net-metering, which allows customers with solar energy systems to receive credit on their utility bill for excess electrical energy produced and returned to the grid.
To find out if solar is the right choice for you, visit LetsGoSolar.com
To participate in the Net-Metering Incentive Program, please fill out the Interconnection Application and Customer Generation Agreement below.
Interconnection Application
Customer Generation Agreement
Email completed applications to cofsolar@fountaincolorado.org or mail to Attn: Tracy Tillman at 116 S. Main Street, Fountain, CO 80817.
Questions, Comments, and Concerns
The City of Fountain Utilities Department is happy to serve your needs. We encourage the public to report any electric difficulties they may experience and are happy to address any questions, comments or concerns you may have.
You may also submit a work order on the City of Fountain app. Want to learn more about the app, click on the following link: My Fountain App
Don't be left in the dark!
If you notice a streetlight out, please contact our Utilities Department at 322-2092 to report the location of the light that is out.
Without your help we may be unaware that a streetlight is no longer operating correctly as we do not have a system that alerts us to this problem. Please remember to include the location of the light, your name and number, and if it has been a re-occurring problem. We try to make the repairs as soon as possible if time permits. We appreciate your assistance and look forward to keeping your neighborhood safe and bright at night!
Don't flirt with danger!!
If your tree has limbs that are too close or interfere with powerlines, please contact our Utilities Department at 322-2092 for assistance.
One of our electric linemen will assess the extent of the interference and notify you of the proper course of action. To help ensure the safety of our customers there is no cost for this service. Please keep in mind that any trimming that is done by the Utilities Department is for service reliability and is not based on the cosmetic look of the tree. Should you choose to hire a tree trimming company the Utilities Department will need 24 hours’ notice to set up a time to drop the service line for the trimmers, upon completion of their trimming operations please contact us to have the service put back in place.
It is the responsibility of the customer to maintain wiring and equipment after the meter to the house. This includes underground electric service in yards with back lot line construction and overhead electric service.
Should you have tree limbs that are interfering with your secondary overhead service, the Utilities Department recommends that you contact our offices at (719) 322-2092 to have the service dropped prior to trimming those limbs. This will ensure your safety and could save you from costly repairs if the limbs fall on the secondary service line.
Please contact our Customer Service Offices to sign up for your Electric Service by phone at 719-322-2010 or visit the Customer Service Home Page.