ELECTRICITY · 76858
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AEP North delivers power and handles outages (South load zone). Compare retail plans for homes and businesses in this ZIP.
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Compare live electricity plans and city service contacts for homes and businesses in Melvin.
Electricity Rates in 76858
Compare 86 plans from 8 providers, starting at 6.6¢ per kWh. AEP North delivers the power.
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UTILITIES · 76858
Electricity & city services
Delivery utility, city services, and retail electricity plans for this ZIP.
Water & sewer
We couldn't confirm a single water provider for every address in this ZIP. Check with your city, WSC, or property manager.
Start water service ↗Trash & city services
We couldn't confirm trash service for every address in this ZIP. Check with your city or property manager.
Trash & city resources ↗Natural gas & internet
We couldn't confirm piped natural gas for every address in this ZIP — check with the local gas company or your property manager.
CONTACTS · 76858
Outage & emergency contacts
POWER OUTAGE
Central Texas Electric Cooperative (not Oncor retail-choice wires for CTEC memb…
800-900-2832Outage Tracker ↗EMERGENCY
Police · Fire · EMS
911For immediate emergencies only.
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Common questions
Who is my electric utility in ZIP 76858?
Central Texas Electric Cooperative (not Oncor retail-choice wires for CTEC members) is the utility that delivers electricity and restores outages in 76858 (Melvin). You choose a Retail Electric Provider (REP) for your plan and bill. The rate table at the top of this page shows today's lowest 76858 plans at 500, 1,000 and 2,000 kWh, and you can switch through WattKarma (PUCT broker #BR220202) at no cost.
Who do I call when the power goes out?
CTEC 800-900-2832 (SmartHub preferred).
How do I start water service when I move into 76858?
Provider varies by street in Melvin/76858. Do not assume Brownwood/Early/Brady/San Saba/Goldthwaite/Junction/Bangs/Santa Anna/Lometa phones outside those footprints.
Who handles trash pickup in 76858?
City contract vs private hauler is address-dependent. Confirm with city hall, HOA, or landlord.
Who provides natural gas, and what if I smell gas?
Piped gas not confirmed for every 76858 address—propane common. Atmos where served 888-286-6700/866-322-8667; Brady muni; WTG Junction/Menard/Ballinger. Leak: leave, 911 + provider.
Is electricity regulated or competitive here?
CTEC members cannot shop REPs.
Which internet providers serve 76858?
AT&T, Spectrum, Suddenlink/Optimum (where footprint exists), Frontier, and local WISPs; rural availability thins. Check each provider’s address tool. No guarantee at every unit.
How do I tell a co-op or municipal utility from Oncor/AEP?
Co-op/muni bills are from that provider only (no REP). Oncor/AEP bills show TDU plus a separate REP. Match outage numbers to the bill.
