ELECTRICITY · 79721
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Oncor delivers power and handles outages (West load zone). Compare retail plans for homes and businesses in this ZIP.
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UTILITIES · 79721
Electricity & city services
Delivery utility, city services, and retail electricity plans for this ZIP.
Trash & city services
City of Big Spring Sanitation Department. Carts, missed pickup, and city requests via 432-264-2378.
Trash & city resources ↗Natural gas & internet
Gas: Atmos Energy (West Texas Division) — start 888-286-6700. Leak line 866-322-8667. Internet: AT&T Fiber, Spectrum, Suddenlink.
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Outage & emergency contacts
POWER OUTAGE
Oncor Electric Delivery (ONCOR)
888-313-4747Outage Tracker ↗CITY / WATER / TRASH
City services
432-264-2378City resources ↗GAS LEAK
Atmos Energy (West Texas Division) — natural gas distribution
866-322-8667More information ↗Leave first, then call 911 and this line from a safe place.
EMERGENCY
Police · Fire · EMS
911For immediate emergencies only.
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CHECKLISTS · 79721
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Common questions
Who is my electric utility in ZIP 79721?
Oncor Electric Delivery (ONCOR) is the utility that delivers electricity and restores outages in 79721 (Big Spring). 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 79721 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?
Call Oncor at 888-313-4747, text OUT to 66267 if enrolled, or use oncor.com outage tools. Your REP does not restore wires or poles. Downed line: stay away, call 911 and Oncor. If your bill shows TNMP or a co-op, use that provider’s outage number instead.
Who handles trash pickup in 79721?
City of Big Spring Sanitation Department. Phone: 432-264-2378. Big Spring Sanitation 432-264-2378; sanitation often started with water service. Multifamily may use private haulers.
Who provides natural gas, and what if I smell gas?
Atmos Energy (West Texas Division) is the typical LDC for many Big Spring addresses. Start/transfer: 888-286-6700. Suspected leak: leave immediately, then call 911 and Atmos 866-322-8667 from a safe place. Natural gas is not retail-choice like electricity.
Is electricity regulated or competitive here?
Delivery is regulated through Oncor as TDU. Energy supply is competitive—you choose among licensed REPs. Compare the Electricity Facts Label at your expected kWh usage.
Does Big Spring use Houston or Dallas 311?
No—Permian Basin / Midland–Odessa communities do not use Houston 311 or Dallas 311. Life-threatening emergencies still dial 911.
Which internet providers serve 79721?
Common options include AT&T, Spectrum, Suddenlink/Optimum (where footprint exists), and Frontier; availability thins in rural Reeves/Pecos/Loving/Upton areas. Use each provider’s checker with your full street address.
What should I do before digging in the yard?
Call 811 (Texas 811) before any digging or landscaping that disturbs soil so underground electric, gas, water, and telecom lines can be marked. Hitting a line can be dangerous and costly.
