Morgan County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Indiana
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2023 | 86 hrs | 12,304 (32%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Apr 9, 2020 | 24 hrs | 11,374 (29%) | Tornado |
| Jun 29, 2023 | 113 hrs | 9,739 (25%) | Hail |
| Jun 18, 2025 | 73 hrs | 7,882 (20%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Oct 21, 2021 | 8 hrs | 7,780 (20%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Morgan County recorded 689 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.5 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Morgan County started April 1, 2023 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 86 hours and leaving up to 12,304 customers without power (32% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Morgan County, with 83 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Morgan County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 43rd percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Indiana
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Morgan County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| LaGrange County | C | 42nd |
| Posey County | C | 44th |
| Steuben County | C | 42nd |
| Benton County | C | 44th |
| Newton County | C | 41st |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Morgan County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Morgan County recorded 689 outage events, averaging 2.5 hours each.
What is Morgan County's reliability grade?
Morgan County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 43rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Morgan County?
The worst outage on record started April 1, 2023 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 86 hours and affecting up to 12,304 customers.