For utility outages or after hours issues, please call 729-4242.

Electric 
The City of Salem owns and operates its electric distribution system. The city does not generate electricity, but contracts with MPUA for base and peak load power.

Installing a Solar Energy System?

Summer Home Efficiency Tips from MPUA.


Water and Sewer
The city has five deep wells for water supply. Other than chlorine injection, there is no treatment of the water. The water in Salem is tested in accordance with the Clean Drinking Water Act.


Sanitation Services
Sanitation services are contracted to Waste Corporation of America.
Residential Sanitation Services

Trash Schedule             Recycling in Salem

Commercial Sanitation Services

Natural Gas
Natural gas is managed and billed by Ameren UE.
For service or questions please contact:
Ameren U.E. 1-800-552-7583
TDD/TTY for Hearing Impaired1-800-992-6030
Ameren U.E. no longer maintains a local Salem office.