Light, Power & Traffic

Light, Power and Traffic provides electricity that powers homes, businesses, and government services. We maintain the city's streetlights, traffic signals, roadway signs, fiber connections, and traffic detection cameras.

Department Facts

• Power Supply: We receive electricity through the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), supplemented by Heartland Energy to meet daily needs and provide backup support.
• Streetlights: We maintain over 24,000 fixtures throughout the city.
• Traffic Signs: We oversee more than 90,000 signs within city limits.
• Traffic Signals: We maintain 310 signalized intersections out of approximately 5,790 total intersections in Sioux Falls.
• Fiber Optics: We manage over 156 miles of cable, providing critical connectivity for traffic signals, public safety facilities, and other city buildings.

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