Utilities

Through a strategic mix of public, private and collaborative resources, Hancock County is positioned to offer the high-performance utilities that can power your operations to peak levels of productivity and profitability. It’s really very simple: Hancock utilities run more effectively, so your business does, too.

Power is plentiful here, with 45 to 50 megawatts in excess capacity. Our resources are substantial and affordable, thanks to a uniquely superior sourcing and distribution arrangement from:[TA1] 

• Coast Electric, which serves Port Bienville and Stennis International Airport. This member of Cooperative Energy is a consumer-owned, not-for-profit cooperative that exists solely to provide affordable and dependable power for its 11 members.
• Mississippi Power, a Southern Company, provides the power transmission grid, along with superb service, infrastructure excellence, and committed corporate partnership.[TA2] 

Natural Gas comes from CenterPoint, the Southeast's leading Supplier.

Water and wastewater are provided by:

• Hancock County Water & Sewer District
• Kiln Utility and Fire District
• Local community providers

The benefits of locally and municipally sourced water are numerous, beginning with enhanced affordability and capacity. Hancock County is committed to keeping water - and profits - flowing easily to local industry.

Stennis International Airport Specifications