Freeborn 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 4, 2015 | 4 hrs | 4,278 (26%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Aug 6, 2025 | 2 hrs | 2,571 (15%) | Unnamed event |
| Mar 16, 2015 | 1 hrs | 2,568 (15%) | Unnamed event |
| Nov 11, 2014 | 2 hrs | 2,561 (15%) | Unnamed event |
| Aug 9, 2025 | 13 hrs | 2,142 (13%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Freeborn County recorded 63 distinct power outage events, averaging 4.0 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Freeborn County started May 4, 2015 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 4 hours and leaving up to 4,278 customers without power (26% of the county) at its peak.
April has historically been the worst month for outages in Freeborn County, with 9 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Freeborn County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 92nd 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 Freeborn County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Big Stone County | A | 92nd |
| Kittson County | A | 92nd |
| Redwood County | A | 93rd |
| Becker County | A | 93rd |
| Meeker County | A | 93rd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Freeborn County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Freeborn County recorded 63 outage events, averaging 4.0 hours each.
What is Freeborn County's reliability grade?
Freeborn County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 92nd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Freeborn County?
The worst outage on record started May 4, 2015 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 4 hours and affecting up to 4,278 customers.