Ripley County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · Indiana
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2020 | 11 hrs | 4,289 (24%) | Strong Wind |
| Apr 9, 2020 | 42 hrs | 4,279 (24%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jul 17, 2015 | 24 hrs | 3,635 (21%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Nov 15, 2018 | 59 hrs | 2,987 (17%) | Ice Storm |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 15 hrs | 2,958 (17%) | Hurricane Helene |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Ripley County recorded 329 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.7 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Ripley County started November 15, 2020 (Strong Wind), lasting 11 hours and leaving up to 4,289 customers without power (24% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Ripley County, with 47 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Ripley County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 66th 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 Ripley County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware County | B | 66th |
| Fayette County | B | 68th |
| Carroll County | B | 68th |
| Clark County | B | 69th |
| Grant County | B | 70th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Ripley County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Ripley County recorded 329 outage events, averaging 2.7 hours each.
What is Ripley County's reliability grade?
Ripley County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 66th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Ripley County?
The worst outage on record started November 15, 2020 (Strong Wind), lasting 11 hours and affecting up to 4,289 customers.