McLeod 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 2023 | 5 hrs | 3,372 (17%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Dec 7, 2023 | 1 hrs | 2,380 (12%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 13, 2025 | 1 hrs | 1,810 (9%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| May 22, 2019 | 4 hrs | 1,699 (9%) | Unnamed event |
| Jul 23, 2022 | 1 hrs | 1,676 (9%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, McLeod County recorded 134 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.1 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in McLeod County started July 19, 2023 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 5 hours and leaving up to 3,372 customers without power (17% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in McLeod County, with 56 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, McLeod 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 McLeod County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Meeker County | A | 93rd |
| Becker County | A | 93rd |
| Olmsted County | A | 93rd |
| Redwood County | A | 93rd |
| Big Stone County | A | 92nd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in McLeod County?
Between 2015 and 2025, McLeod County recorded 134 outage events, averaging 2.1 hours each.
What is McLeod County's reliability grade?
McLeod County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 93rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in McLeod County?
The worst outage on record started July 19, 2023 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 5 hours and affecting up to 3,372 customers.