Becker County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Minnesota
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2018 | 7 hrs | 3,054 (12%) | Unnamed event |
| May 15, 2025 | 8 hrs | 2,140 (9%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jun 11, 2024 | 0 hrs | 2,076 (8%) | Hail |
| Jul 28, 2018 | 1 hrs | 1,527 (6%) | Unnamed event |
| Nov 9, 2016 | 1 hrs | 1,506 (6%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Becker County recorded 245 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.2 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Becker County started July 23, 2018, lasting 7 hours and leaving up to 3,054 customers without power (12% of the county) at its peak.
August has historically been the worst month for outages in Becker County, with 43 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Becker County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 93rd percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Minnesota
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Becker County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Meeker County | A | 93rd |
| McLeod County | A | 93rd |
| Redwood County | A | 93rd |
| Olmsted County | A | 93rd |
| Big Stone County | A | 92nd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Becker County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Becker County recorded 245 outage events, averaging 2.2 hours each.
What is Becker County's reliability grade?
Becker County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 93rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Becker County?
The worst outage on record started July 23, 2018, lasting 7 hours and affecting up to 3,054 customers.