Pike County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Alabama
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2, 2020 | 0 hrs | 8,316 (29%) | Unnamed event |
| Mar 16, 2025 | 39 hrs | 7,362 (26%) | Unnamed event |
| Apr 20, 2020 | 88 hrs | 5,773 (20%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 14, 2023 | 22 hrs | 4,975 (17%) | Unnamed event |
| Mar 18, 2025 | 0 hrs | 4,366 (15%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Pike County recorded 405 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.3 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Pike County started June 2, 2020, lasting 0 hours and leaving up to 8,316 customers without power (29% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Pike County, with 48 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Pike County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 70th 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 Pike County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Madison County | B | 69th |
| Houston County | B | 67th |
| Montgomery County | B | 67th |
| Macon County | B | 74th |
| Coffee County | B | 74th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Pike County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Pike County recorded 405 outage events, averaging 2.3 hours each.
What is Pike County's reliability grade?
Pike County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 70th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Pike County?
The worst outage on record started June 2, 2020, lasting 0 hours and affecting up to 8,316 customers.