Boone County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Kentucky
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 1, 2017 | 56 hrs | 18,940 (25%) | Flash Flood |
| Mar 3, 2023 | 32 hrs | 9,716 (13%) | Unnamed event |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 33 hrs | 8,569 (11%) | Hurricane Helene |
| Nov 19, 2014 | 15 hrs | 7,629 (10%) | Winter Storm |
| Apr 9, 2020 | 29 hrs | 7,024 (9%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Boone County recorded 654 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.1 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Boone County started March 1, 2017 (Flash Flood), lasting 56 hours and leaving up to 18,940 customers without power (25% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Boone County, with 83 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Boone County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 76th 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 Boone County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Hardin County | B | 76th |
| Daviess County | B | 75th |
| Wolfe County | B | 78th |
| Breckinridge County | B | 74th |
| Shelby County | B | 79th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Boone County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Boone County recorded 654 outage events, averaging 2.1 hours each.
What is Boone County's reliability grade?
Boone County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 76th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Boone County?
The worst outage on record started March 1, 2017 (Flash Flood), lasting 56 hours and affecting up to 18,940 customers.