Muskegon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2024 | 85 hrs | 36,301 (29%) | Hail |
| Oct 31, 2023 | 57 hrs | 34,979 (28%) | Heavy Snow |
| May 16, 2025 | 79 hrs | 22,639 (18%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Feb 6, 2019 | 92 hrs | 16,114 (13%) | Winter Storm |
| Jul 7, 2017 | 54 hrs | 14,569 (12%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Muskegon County recorded 996 distinct power outage events, averaging 4.0 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Muskegon County started June 25, 2024 (Hail), lasting 85 hours and leaving up to 36,301 customers without power (29% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Muskegon County, with 124 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Muskegon County earns a Reliability Grade of D, placing it in the 31st 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 Muskegon County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Mason County | D | 30th |
| Manistee County | D | 30th |
| Oceana County | D | 32nd |
| Iron County | D | 33rd |
| Benzie County | D | 28th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Muskegon County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Muskegon County recorded 996 outage events, averaging 4.0 hours each.
What is Muskegon County's reliability grade?
Muskegon County has a Reliability Grade of D, in the 31st national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Muskegon County?
The worst outage on record started June 25, 2024 (Hail), lasting 85 hours and affecting up to 36,301 customers.