Presque Isle County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 2020 | 69 hrs | 2,932 (32%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jan 25, 2024 | 2 hrs | 2,467 (27%) | Unnamed event |
| Dec 29, 2015 | 4 hrs | 1,983 (22%) | Winter Storm |
| Dec 14, 2015 | 3 hrs | 1,983 (22%) | Unnamed event |
| Oct 19, 2022 | 10 hrs | 1,979 (22%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Presque Isle County recorded 330 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.9 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Presque Isle County started July 18, 2020 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 69 hours and leaving up to 2,932 customers without power (32% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Presque Isle County, with 44 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Presque Isle County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 54th 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 Presque Isle County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Saginaw County | C | 52nd |
| Schoolcraft County | C | 57th |
| Luce County | C | 57th |
| Alger County | C | 50th |
| Marquette County | C | 49th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Presque Isle County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Presque Isle County recorded 330 outage events, averaging 3.9 hours each.
What is Presque Isle County's reliability grade?
Presque Isle County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 54th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Presque Isle County?
The worst outage on record started July 18, 2020 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 69 hours and affecting up to 2,932 customers.