Dickinson County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Michigan
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 23, 2022 | 38 hrs | 8,521 (48%) | Ice Storm |
| Mar 30, 2025 | 48 hrs | 8,457 (47%) | Winter Storm |
| Mar 30, 2025 | 11 hrs | 6,793 (38%) | Winter Storm |
| Nov 27, 2019 | 60 hrs | 4,461 (25%) | Winter Storm |
| May 14, 2020 | 5 hrs | 4,403 (25%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Dickinson County recorded 291 distinct power outage events, averaging 4.2 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Dickinson County started March 23, 2022 (Ice Storm), lasting 38 hours and leaving up to 8,521 customers without power (48% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Dickinson County, with 49 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Dickinson County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 42nd percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Michigan
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Dickinson County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Tuscola County | C | 43rd |
| Genesee County | C | 43rd |
| Ottawa County | C | 43rd |
| Gratiot County | D | 39th |
| Clinton County | C | 46th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Dickinson County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Dickinson County recorded 291 outage events, averaging 4.2 hours each.
What is Dickinson County's reliability grade?
Dickinson County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 42nd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Dickinson County?
The worst outage on record started March 23, 2022 (Ice Storm), lasting 38 hours and affecting up to 8,521 customers.