Barren County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Kentucky
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2023 | 55 hrs | 11,038 (42%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Mar 3, 2023 | 102 hrs | 10,368 (40%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| May 27, 2024 | 45 hrs | 6,510 (25%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jun 30, 2023 | 6 hrs | 4,677 (18%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| May 17, 2025 | 44 hrs | 3,703 (14%) | Hail |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Barren County recorded 301 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.7 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Barren County started June 26, 2023 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 55 hours and leaving up to 11,038 customers without power (42% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Barren County, with 36 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Barren County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 53rd percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Kentucky
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Barren County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Mason County | C | 53rd |
| Bullitt County | C | 52nd |
| Owen County | C | 52nd |
| Henry County | C | 54th |
| Harrison County | C | 54th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Barren County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Barren County recorded 301 outage events, averaging 2.7 hours each.
What is Barren County's reliability grade?
Barren County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 53rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Barren County?
The worst outage on record started June 26, 2023 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 55 hours and affecting up to 11,038 customers.