Osage County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · Missouri
Better than average — fewer or shorter outages than most counties. How grades are calculated
Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2017 | 34 hrs | 1,978 (25%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Sep 9, 2019 | 1 hrs | 1,586 (20%) | Unnamed event |
| Nov 17, 2022 | 3 hrs | 1,540 (19%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 7, 2025 | 0 hrs | 1,229 (15%) | Unnamed event |
| May 1, 2021 | 3 hrs | 1,212 (15%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Osage County recorded 520 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.1 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Osage County started May 19, 2017 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 34 hours and leaving up to 1,978 customers without power (25% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Osage County, with 67 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Osage County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 72nd 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 Osage County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Camden County | B | 72nd |
| Platte County | B | 73rd |
| Texas County | B | 72nd |
| Howard County | B | 73rd |
| Douglas County | B | 71st |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Osage County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Osage County recorded 520 outage events, averaging 2.1 hours each.
What is Osage County's reliability grade?
Osage County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 72nd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Osage County?
The worst outage on record started May 19, 2017 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 34 hours and affecting up to 1,978 customers.