Todd 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2016 | 68 hrs | 4,804 (35%) | Unnamed event |
| Jan 15, 2015 | 2 hrs | 4,203 (31%) | Unnamed event |
| Dec 30, 2016 | 1 hrs | 2,815 (21%) | Unnamed event |
| Feb 1, 2019 | 3 hrs | 2,741 (20%) | Winter Storm |
| Mar 8, 2017 | 1 hrs | 2,547 (19%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Todd County recorded 430 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.3 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Todd County started July 21, 2016, lasting 68 hours and leaving up to 4,804 customers without power (35% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Todd County, with 71 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Todd County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 43rd 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 Todd County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis County | C | 43rd |
| Beltrami County | C | 41st |
| Pipestone County | D | 38th |
| Koochiching County | C | 47th |
| Lake County | D | 38th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Todd County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Todd County recorded 430 outage events, averaging 3.3 hours each.
What is Todd County's reliability grade?
Todd County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 43rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Todd County?
The worst outage on record started July 21, 2016, lasting 68 hours and affecting up to 4,804 customers.