Troup County Power Outage History
2016–2025 · Georgia
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 16, 2025 | 40 hrs | 7,259 (23%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jan 12, 2023 | 51 hrs | 6,078 (19%) | Tornado |
| Jun 22, 2019 | 20 hrs | 6,061 (19%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Sep 11, 2017 | 29 hrs | 4,429 (14%) | Tropical Storm Irma |
| Sep 17, 2020 | 2 hrs | 4,262 (13%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 10 years from 2016 to 2025, Troup County recorded 314 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.3 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Troup County started February 16, 2025 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 40 hours and leaving up to 7,259 customers without power (23% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Troup County, with 44 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Troup County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 79th 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 Troup County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Fayette County | B | 79th |
| Barrow County | B | 78th |
| Oconee County | B | 78th |
| Jackson County | B | 76th |
| Columbia County | B | 76th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Troup County?
Between 2016 and 2025, Troup County recorded 314 outage events, averaging 2.3 hours each.
What is Troup County's reliability grade?
Troup County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 79th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Troup County?
The worst outage on record started February 16, 2025 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 40 hours and affecting up to 7,259 customers.