This one statement sums up what Blue Ridge is. We firmly believe that our success is dependent on providing reliable electric service at a competitive rate. At the same time, we promise never to lose sight of our beginnings and the business principles we were founded on. The needs of our customers will continue to be paramount in all the decisions we make. We also promise to be more than just a local business entity.
Blue Ridge is dedicated to being a community partner.
Evidence of our commitment is present in every community we serve from economic development efforts to assisting schools and churches. Presently, Blue Ridge serves about 55,000 customers over nearly 6,000 miles of power line. The cooperative currently has about 160 employees and also utilizes a number of contract crews in its line construction and maintenance programs. Another 50 employees work in the Blue Ridge Security Systems organization. As a customer-owned utility, Blue Ridge places a premium on providing dependable service to its customers.