Butler County Power Outage History
2019–2025 · Missouri
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 26, 2024 | 67 hrs | 9,072 (18%) | Tornado |
| Mar 15, 2025 | 80 hrs | 5,379 (11%) | Strong Wind |
| May 3, 2020 | 3 hrs | 3,760 (7%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jul 14, 2024 | 2 hrs | 3,377 (7%) | Heat |
| Oct 29, 2022 | 1 hrs | 3,340 (7%) | Drought |
Over the 7 years from 2019 to 2025, Butler County recorded 279 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.4 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Butler County started May 26, 2024 (Tornado), lasting 67 hours and leaving up to 9,072 customers without power (18% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Butler County, with 43 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Butler County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 89th 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 Butler County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Saline County | A | 89th |
| Pettis County | A | 89th |
| St. Charles County | A | 88th |
| Macon County | A | 90th |
| Audrain County | A | 91st |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Butler County?
Between 2019 and 2025, Butler County recorded 279 outage events, averaging 2.4 hours each.
What is Butler County's reliability grade?
Butler County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 89th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Butler County?
The worst outage on record started May 26, 2024 (Tornado), lasting 67 hours and affecting up to 9,072 customers.