Beltrami County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Minnesota
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 21, 2025 | 142 hrs | 22,983 (79%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jun 29, 2018 | 14 hrs | 9,836 (34%) | Hail |
| Jun 6, 2024 | 1 hrs | 9,217 (32%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Aug 14, 2020 | 7 hrs | 8,572 (29%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jun 7, 2020 | 1 hrs | 8,017 (28%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Beltrami County recorded 543 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.2 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Beltrami County started June 21, 2025 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 142 hours and leaving up to 22,983 customers without power (79% of the county) at its peak.
March has historically been the worst month for outages in Beltrami County, with 70 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Beltrami County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 41st 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 Beltrami County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis County | C | 43rd |
| Todd County | C | 43rd |
| Pipestone County | D | 38th |
| Lake County | D | 38th |
| Pine County | D | 37th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Beltrami County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Beltrami County recorded 543 outage events, averaging 2.2 hours each.
What is Beltrami County's reliability grade?
Beltrami County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 41st national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Beltrami County?
The worst outage on record started June 21, 2025 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 142 hours and affecting up to 22,983 customers.