Consolidated Electric Cooperative was formed June 20, 1938 and incorporated under the laws of the State of Missouri. Since that time, 39 other locally owned and operated non-profit, rural electric distribution cooperatives have been organized in Missouri.

The CEC service territory consists of approximately 2,330 miles of energized line servicing more than 7,800 connected meters. The service area covers part of six counties: Audrain, Callaway, Monroe, Montgomery, Pike and Ralls.