Hempstead County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Arkansas
Worse than average — more frequent or longer outages than most counties. How grades are calculated
Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2023 | 46 hrs | 2,752 (24%) | Winter Storm |
| Jun 18, 2023 | 91 hrs | 2,432 (21%) | Unnamed event |
| May 11, 2015 | 40 hrs | 2,274 (20%) | Unnamed event |
| Apr 30, 2025 | 7 hrs | 2,210 (20%) | Unnamed event |
| Jan 10, 2025 | 69 hrs | 2,116 (19%) | Winter Storm |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Hempstead County recorded 573 distinct power outage events, averaging 4.3 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Hempstead County started February 2, 2023 (Winter Storm), lasting 46 hours and leaving up to 2,752 customers without power (24% of the county) at its peak.
May has historically been the worst month for outages in Hempstead County, with 75 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Hempstead County earns a Reliability Grade of D, placing it in the 23rd percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Arkansas
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Hempstead County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Cross County | D | 23rd |
| Sharp County | D | 22nd |
| Miller County | D | 22nd |
| Stone County | D | 21st |
| Garland County | D | 26th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Hempstead County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Hempstead County recorded 573 outage events, averaging 4.3 hours each.
What is Hempstead County's reliability grade?
Hempstead County has a Reliability Grade of D, in the 23rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Hempstead County?
The worst outage on record started February 2, 2023 (Winter Storm), lasting 46 hours and affecting up to 2,752 customers.