Elbert County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Georgia
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2024 | 82 hrs | 7,679 (52%) | Tropical Storm |
| May 21, 2025 | 2 hrs | 3,986 (27%) | Unnamed event |
| Jan 12, 2024 | 2 hrs | 2,542 (17%) | Flood |
| Jul 25, 2024 | 0 hrs | 2,348 (16%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 7, 2025 | 39 hrs | 2,219 (15%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Elbert County recorded 181 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.2 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Elbert County started September 27, 2024 (Tropical Storm), lasting 82 hours and leaving up to 7,679 customers without power (52% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Elbert County, with 21 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Elbert County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 63rd 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 Elbert County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Madison County | B | 62nd |
| Catoosa County | B | 62nd |
| Union County | B | 66th |
| Fannin County | B | 67th |
| Hart County | B | 68th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Elbert County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Elbert County recorded 181 outage events, averaging 3.2 hours each.
What is Elbert County's reliability grade?
Elbert County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 63rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Elbert County?
The worst outage on record started September 27, 2024 (Tropical Storm), lasting 82 hours and affecting up to 7,679 customers.