Audrain County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · Missouri
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 2016 | 28 hrs | 3,472 (19%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Aug 12, 2023 | 19 hrs | 2,491 (14%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Nov 4, 2019 | 2 hrs | 2,429 (14%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 17, 2022 | 5 hrs | 2,180 (12%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jan 18, 2020 | 10 hrs | 1,927 (11%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Audrain County recorded 206 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.3 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Audrain County started July 7, 2016 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 28 hours and leaving up to 3,472 customers without power (19% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Audrain County, with 28 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Audrain County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 91st percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Missouri
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Audrain County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis County | A | 91st |
| Adair County | A | 91st |
| Macon County | A | 90th |
| Moniteau County | A | 92nd |
| Butler County | A | 89th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Audrain County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Audrain County recorded 206 outage events, averaging 2.3 hours each.
What is Audrain County's reliability grade?
Audrain County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 91st national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Audrain County?
The worst outage on record started July 7, 2016 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 28 hours and affecting up to 3,472 customers.