Randolph 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 15, 2024 | 51 hrs | 5,789 (47%) | Tornado |
| Nov 28, 2016 | 6 hrs | 4,313 (35%) | Unnamed event |
| Jan 19, 2019 | 22 hrs | 2,411 (20%) | Heavy Snow |
| May 14, 2016 | 1 hrs | 2,403 (19%) | Unnamed event |
| Mar 9, 2021 | 4 hrs | 2,359 (19%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Randolph County recorded 368 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.1 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Randolph County started March 15, 2024 (Tornado), lasting 51 hours and leaving up to 5,789 customers without power (47% of the county) at its peak.
August has historically been the worst month for outages in Randolph County, with 41 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Randolph County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 51st percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
Sized for Randolph County's outage profile
See more picks in our Best Dual-Fuel Portable Generators for Power Outages roundup.
Champion Power Equipment 4375-Watt Dual Fuel RV Ready Portable Generator with Free 3-Year Warranty
Outage-prep kit
See our outage-prep guides.
Similar counties in Indiana
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Randolph County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland County | C | 51st |
| Blackford County | C | 52nd |
| Lake County | C | 52nd |
| Bartholomew County | C | 51st |
| Sullivan County | C | 53rd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Randolph County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Randolph County recorded 368 outage events, averaging 3.1 hours each.
What is Randolph County's reliability grade?
Randolph County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 51st national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Randolph County?
The worst outage on record started March 15, 2024 (Tornado), lasting 51 hours and affecting up to 5,789 customers.