Howard County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Missouri
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2025 | 0 hrs | 2,708 (31%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 21, 2021 | 12 hrs | 1,415 (16%) | Unnamed event |
| Jan 24, 2020 | 12 hrs | 1,170 (13%) | Unnamed event |
| Feb 27, 2024 | 0 hrs | 1,123 (13%) | Unnamed event |
| Oct 17, 2020 | 1 hrs | 1,122 (13%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Howard County recorded 446 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.6 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Howard County started October 15, 2025, lasting 0 hours and leaving up to 2,708 customers without power (31% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Howard County, with 64 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Howard County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 73rd 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 Howard County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis County | B | 74th |
| Platte County | B | 73rd |
| Osage County | B | 72nd |
| Scotland County | B | 74th |
| Camden County | B | 72nd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Howard County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Howard County recorded 446 outage events, averaging 2.6 hours each.
What is Howard County's reliability grade?
Howard County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 73rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Howard County?
The worst outage on record started October 15, 2025, lasting 0 hours and affecting up to 2,708 customers.