Bibb County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Georgia
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2017 | 130 hrs | 43,998 (54%) | Tropical Storm Irma |
| Aug 18, 2024 | 22 hrs | 13,530 (17%) | Unnamed event |
| Oct 10, 2018 | 48 hrs | 13,056 (16%) | Hurricane Michael |
| Jun 26, 2023 | 26 hrs | 12,276 (15%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 44 hrs | 11,414 (14%) | Hurricane Helene |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Bibb County recorded 984 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.3 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Bibb County started September 11, 2017 (Tropical Storm Irma), lasting 130 hours and leaving up to 43,998 customers without power (54% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Bibb County, with 130 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Bibb County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 40th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Georgia
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Bibb County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Emanuel County | D | 40th |
| Hall County | D | 40th |
| Baldwin County | D | 39th |
| Monroe County | D | 38th |
| Wilkinson County | D | 38th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Bibb County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Bibb County recorded 984 outage events, averaging 2.3 hours each.
What is Bibb County's reliability grade?
Bibb County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 40th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Bibb County?
The worst outage on record started September 11, 2017 (Tropical Storm Irma), lasting 130 hours and affecting up to 43,998 customers.