Bullock County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · Alabama
Average — typical outage frequency and duration nationally. How grades are calculated
Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 3, 2019 | 10 hrs | 3,501 (38%) | Unnamed event |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 22 hrs | 2,234 (24%) | Unnamed event |
| Aug 8, 2023 | 14 hrs | 2,219 (24%) | Excessive Heat |
| Apr 11, 2024 | 15 hrs | 2,025 (22%) | Unnamed event |
| Aug 17, 2024 | 5 hrs | 1,754 (19%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Bullock County recorded 595 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.9 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Bullock County started March 3, 2019, lasting 10 hours and leaving up to 3,501 customers without power (38% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Bullock County, with 72 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Bullock County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 50th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Alabama
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Bullock County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Choctaw County | C | 50th |
| Sumter County | C | 49th |
| Geneva County | C | 50th |
| Cullman County | C | 49th |
| Clarke County | C | 51st |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Bullock County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Bullock County recorded 595 outage events, averaging 2.9 hours each.
What is Bullock County's reliability grade?
Bullock County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 50th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Bullock County?
The worst outage on record started March 3, 2019, lasting 10 hours and affecting up to 3,501 customers.