Dawson PPD invests $8 million in grid without issuing new debt

Aug 7, 2023 | News

Dawson Public Power District announced its 2022 financial performance review, highlighting that $8 million was invested into its distribution system without issuing new debt. The publicly-owned electric utility grew its cash reserves by $8.5 million, reduced long-term...

Update on Merger

Aug 3, 2023 | News

LEXINGTON (August 3, 2023) – Although the potential merger between Dawson Public Power District and Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District is not currently moving forward, Dawson PPD’s board remains open to communication about the project. On...

2022 Dawson PPD Annual Report

Aug 1, 2023 | News

Dawson PPD’s 2022 financial performance maintained a strong trend. We continue to make improvements in the financial areas that were a focus of our 2020 strategic planning. Dawson PPD has reduced its debt as a percentage of assets and has grown its cash reserves. Our...

Empowering tomorrow’s youth

Aug 1, 2023 | News

Dawson PPD partnered with the Nebraska Rural Electric Association to provide unique learning experiences for Nebraska teens. The Youth Energy Leadership Camp provides opportunities for youth to learn more about the electrical industry and the importance of safety,...

Between the lines: Liquid fertilizer plant chose to work with PRPPID

Aug 1, 2023 | News

Gwen Kautz General Manager After the public announcement of the Project Meadowlark liquid fertilizer plant in Gothenburg, many are wondering why The Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District and Dawson Public Power District were involved. Was it because of...

Dawson PPD anticipates load control for most of the week

Jul 25, 2023 | Irrigation Update, News

Dawson PPD irrigation customers can expect at least four days of irrigation load management during the week of July 24-July 31, 2023. “It is an unusual year. Most years, we would have had several load control days by the end of July, but we haven’t had one yet,” said...