Douglas County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · Minnesota
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 2025 | 5 hrs | 8,645 (35%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Nov 25, 2025 | 10 hrs | 5,204 (21%) | Winter Storm |
| May 13, 2022 | 22 hrs | 2,315 (9%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Mar 29, 2020 | 7 hrs | 2,281 (9%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 2, 2025 | 3 hrs | 1,938 (8%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Douglas County recorded 118 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.6 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Douglas County started June 20, 2025 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 5 hours and leaving up to 8,645 customers without power (35% of the county) at its peak.
November has historically been the worst month for outages in Douglas County, with 23 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Douglas County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 94th 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 Douglas County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Mille Lacs County | A | 94th |
| Nicollet County | A | 95th |
| Clay County | A | 95th |
| Olmsted County | A | 93rd |
| McLeod County | A | 93rd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Douglas County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Douglas County recorded 118 outage events, averaging 3.6 hours each.
What is Douglas County's reliability grade?
Douglas County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 94th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Douglas County?
The worst outage on record started June 20, 2025 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 5 hours and affecting up to 8,645 customers.