Ford County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Illinois
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2018 | 2 hrs | 3,062 (42%) | Unnamed event |
| May 23, 2019 | 17 hrs | 2,171 (30%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Aug 12, 2021 | 22 hrs | 2,167 (29%) | Hail |
| Jun 14, 2024 | 17 hrs | 2,139 (29%) | Tornado |
| Jun 18, 2025 | 7 hrs | 2,055 (28%) | Flood |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Ford County recorded 354 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.9 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Ford County started May 1, 2018, lasting 2 hours and leaving up to 3,062 customers without power (42% of the county) at its peak.
January has historically been the worst month for outages in Ford County, with 49 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Ford County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 73rd 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 Ford County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Boone County | B | 73rd |
| Jackson County | B | 74th |
| Williamson County | B | 72nd |
| Pulaski County | B | 75th |
| Mason County | B | 75th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Ford County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Ford County recorded 354 outage events, averaging 2.9 hours each.
What is Ford County's reliability grade?
Ford County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 73rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Ford County?
The worst outage on record started May 1, 2018, lasting 2 hours and affecting up to 3,062 customers.