Page County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · Iowa
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 15, 2021 | 69 hrs | 4,004 (32%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Nov 29, 2022 | 3 hrs | 3,628 (29%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 15, 2017 | 2 hrs | 3,548 (28%) | Hail |
| Mar 5, 2025 | 21 hrs | 2,681 (21%) | High Wind |
| Jul 18, 2016 | 13 hrs | 2,488 (20%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Page County recorded 235 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.8 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Page County started December 15, 2021 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 69 hours and leaving up to 4,004 customers without power (32% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Page County, with 32 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Page County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 77th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Iowa
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Page County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Shelby County | B | 77th |
| Dallas County | B | 76th |
| Lyon County | B | 78th |
| Audubon County | B | 78th |
| Crawford County | B | 79th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Page County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Page County recorded 235 outage events, averaging 2.8 hours each.
What is Page County's reliability grade?
Page County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 77th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Page County?
The worst outage on record started December 15, 2021 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 69 hours and affecting up to 4,004 customers.