Wilkes County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Georgia
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2024 | 209 hrs | 4,252 (56%) | Hurricane Helene |
| Aug 13, 2024 | 1 hrs | 3,320 (44%) | Unnamed event |
| May 30, 2025 | 7 hrs | 2,760 (37%) | Unnamed event |
| Aug 17, 2021 | 1 hrs | 2,495 (33%) | Unnamed event |
| Nov 25, 2025 | 3 hrs | 2,365 (31%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Wilkes County recorded 614 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.9 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Wilkes County started September 27, 2024 (Hurricane Helene), lasting 209 hours and leaving up to 4,252 customers without power (56% of the county) at its peak.
April has historically been the worst month for outages in Wilkes County, with 93 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Wilkes County earns a Reliability Grade of D, placing it in the 21st 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 Wilkes County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Schley County | D | 21st |
| Brooks County | D | 21st |
| Meriwether County | D | 20th |
| Bryan County | D | 21st |
| Burke County | D | 21st |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Wilkes County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Wilkes County recorded 614 outage events, averaging 2.9 hours each.
What is Wilkes County's reliability grade?
Wilkes County has a Reliability Grade of D, in the 21st national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Wilkes County?
The worst outage on record started September 27, 2024 (Hurricane Helene), lasting 209 hours and affecting up to 4,252 customers.