Midland County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Michigan
Worse than average — more frequent or longer outages than most counties. How grades are calculated
Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2019 | 68 hrs | 13,745 (24%) | Ice Storm |
| Jan 18, 2023 | 4 hrs | 11,783 (21%) | Unnamed event |
| Aug 27, 2024 | 72 hrs | 11,163 (19%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jul 8, 2016 | 2 hrs | 9,837 (17%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jan 12, 2024 | 71 hrs | 9,205 (16%) | Winter Storm |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Midland County recorded 646 distinct power outage events, averaging 5.2 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Midland County started December 1, 2019 (Ice Storm), lasting 68 hours and leaving up to 13,745 customers without power (24% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Midland County, with 89 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Midland County earns a Reliability Grade of D, placing it in the 23rd 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 Midland County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Gogebic County | D | 23rd |
| Montmorency County | D | 24th |
| Allegan County | D | 25th |
| Wexford County | D | 22nd |
| Newaygo County | D | 22nd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Midland County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Midland County recorded 646 outage events, averaging 5.2 hours each.
What is Midland County's reliability grade?
Midland County has a Reliability Grade of D, in the 23rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Midland County?
The worst outage on record started December 1, 2019 (Ice Storm), lasting 68 hours and affecting up to 13,745 customers.