Newaygo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2021 | 21 hrs | 14,991 (37%) | Unnamed event |
| Feb 27, 2023 | 77 hrs | 11,300 (28%) | Winter Storm |
| Dec 16, 2021 | 62 hrs | 9,349 (23%) | High Wind |
| Dec 24, 2015 | 57 hrs | 9,064 (23%) | Unnamed event |
| Mar 15, 2025 | 30 hrs | 7,613 (19%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Newaygo County recorded 681 distinct power outage events, averaging 4.4 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Newaygo County started August 11, 2021, lasting 21 hours and leaving up to 14,991 customers without power (37% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Newaygo County, with 88 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Newaygo County earns a Reliability Grade of D, placing it in the 22nd 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 Newaygo County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Wexford County | D | 22nd |
| Kalkaska County | D | 21st |
| Midland County | D | 23rd |
| Gogebic County | D | 23rd |
| Montmorency County | D | 24th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Newaygo County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Newaygo County recorded 681 outage events, averaging 4.4 hours each.
What is Newaygo County's reliability grade?
Newaygo County has a Reliability Grade of D, in the 22nd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Newaygo County?
The worst outage on record started August 11, 2021, lasting 21 hours and affecting up to 14,991 customers.