Breckinridge County Power Outage History
2017–2025 · Kentucky
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 3, 2023 | 71 hrs | 4,323 (28%) | High Wind |
| Mar 31, 2025 | 9 hrs | 3,451 (22%) | Tornado |
| Apr 5, 2023 | 3 hrs | 3,163 (21%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Apr 1, 2023 | 1 hrs | 3,056 (20%) | Unnamed event |
| Jan 15, 2024 | 1 hrs | 2,971 (19%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 9 years from 2017 to 2025, Breckinridge County recorded 299 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.4 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Breckinridge County started March 3, 2023 (High Wind), lasting 71 hours and leaving up to 4,323 customers without power (28% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Breckinridge County, with 42 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Breckinridge County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 74th 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 Breckinridge County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Daviess County | B | 75th |
| Hardin County | B | 76th |
| Boone County | B | 76th |
| Wolfe County | B | 78th |
| Boyle County | B | 69th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Breckinridge County?
Between 2017 and 2025, Breckinridge County recorded 299 outage events, averaging 3.4 hours each.
What is Breckinridge County's reliability grade?
Breckinridge County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 74th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Breckinridge County?
The worst outage on record started March 3, 2023 (High Wind), lasting 71 hours and affecting up to 4,323 customers.