About Us
Dyersburg Electric System (DES) is a municipally owned utility governed by a five-member board appointed by the Mayor of Dyersburg and confirmed by the Board of Aldermen. This board establishes policies, oversees the electric distribution system, and appoints the President/CEO.
Power Board Members
- David Hayes – Chairman
- Walt Bradshaw – Vice Chairman
- Tommy Allmon
- Dennis Moody
- Rawlin Fowlkes
General Meeting Notice for the Public: Details of meetings are available upon request.
Management Team
- Robby N. Richards – President & CEO
- Jake Weatherly – Vice President of Construction and Maintenance
- C. Alan Davis – Vice President of Information Technology
- Danielle Dixon - Director of Accounting
- Morgan Nash - Director of Customer Service
- Penny Vernon- Director of Human Resources & Purchasing
Our History
Dyersburg Electric System has been serving the community since 1902, when the City of Dyersburg purchased a light and water plant from Frank Shepard for $8,750. Over the next few decades, the system expanded to meet the growing needs of both the city and surrounding rural areas.
By the 1950’s, increased demand for electricity surpassed the city’s generation capacity. In 1957, DES entered into a long-term partnership with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to supply electricity at wholesale rates. This partnership allowed DES to focus on providing reliable and affordable power to the public, guided by sound business practices.
Today, Dyersburg Electric System remains committed to delivering dependable energy solutions and exceptional service to our community.
Our Mission
To bring safe, reliable, competitively priced energy services to our community, to promote growth and economic development and to serve as a source of information regarding the use of electric energy.
Holiday Schedule
Dyersburg Electric System 2025 Holiday Schedule
Our offices will be closed in observance of the following holidays in 2025:
For after-hours support during holidays, please contact our team at 731-287-4602.
Thank you for allowing us to serve you, and we hope you have a safe and happy holiday season!
Community Involvement
At Dyersburg Electric, we believe in giving back to our community and supporting local schools. Here are some of the ways we stay involved:
Public Power Week
We celebrate Public Power Week by engaging with 3rd and 4th-grade students across all schools in the area.
Partnership with Holice Powell Elementary School
- Adoption Program: We’ve adopted Holice Powell Elementary School to promote academic achievement and student recognition.
- Awards: We sponsor math and reading awards, as well as perfect attendance awards every 9 weeks.
- Events:
◦ Host a cookout as part of the annual Back-to-School Bash.
◦ Sponsor a school-wide T-shirt contest to foster creativity and school spirit.
Our commitment to the community is an essential part of who we are. We’re proud to support our schools and inspire the next generation.