Fayette County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Illinois
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 22, 2023 | 24 hrs | 5,822 (55%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 17, 2022 | 40 hrs | 4,191 (40%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jul 9, 2022 | 12 hrs | 3,120 (30%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Feb 2, 2022 | 1 hrs | 3,100 (29%) | Heavy Snow |
| May 8, 2023 | 3 hrs | 3,066 (29%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Fayette County recorded 611 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.7 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Fayette County started February 22, 2023, lasting 24 hours and leaving up to 5,822 customers without power (55% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Fayette County, with 88 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Fayette County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 46th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Illinois
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Fayette County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Vermilion County | C | 46th |
| Pope County | C | 45th |
| Lee County | C | 46th |
| Shelby County | C | 46th |
| Carroll County | C | 45th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Fayette County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Fayette County recorded 611 outage events, averaging 2.7 hours each.
What is Fayette County's reliability grade?
Fayette County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 46th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Fayette County?
The worst outage on record started February 22, 2023, lasting 24 hours and affecting up to 5,822 customers.