Meeker 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 20, 2023 | 2 hrs | 1,632 (14%) | Unnamed event |
| Aug 16, 2025 | 6 hrs | 1,366 (12%) | Hail |
| May 16, 2025 | 11 hrs | 1,173 (10%) | Unnamed event |
| Jul 26, 2023 | 13 hrs | 1,114 (10%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Mar 30, 2025 | 2 hrs | 1,113 (10%) | Winter Weather |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Meeker County recorded 76 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.3 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Meeker County started December 20, 2023, lasting 2 hours and leaving up to 1,632 customers without power (14% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Meeker County, with 18 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Meeker 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 Meeker County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Becker 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 Meeker County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Meeker County recorded 76 outage events, averaging 3.3 hours each.
What is Meeker County's reliability grade?
Meeker County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 93rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Meeker County?
The worst outage on record started December 20, 2023, lasting 2 hours and affecting up to 1,632 customers.