Ozark County Power Outage History
2019–2025 · Missouri
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 7, 2019 | 0 hrs | 2,319 (28%) | Unnamed event |
| Jul 17, 2023 | 9 hrs | 2,101 (26%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jun 12, 2021 | 45 hrs | 1,820 (22%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Oct 21, 2019 | 45 hrs | 1,404 (17%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jul 30, 2023 | 6 hrs | 1,388 (17%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 7 years from 2019 to 2025, Ozark County recorded 576 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.6 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Ozark County started September 7, 2019, lasting 0 hours and leaving up to 2,319 customers without power (28% of the county) at its peak.
August has historically been the worst month for outages in Ozark County, with 68 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Ozark County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 53rd 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 Ozark County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Christian County | C | 53rd |
| Vernon County | C | 54th |
| Jefferson County | C | 54th |
| Stoddard County | C | 55th |
| Pemiscot County | C | 55th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Ozark County?
Between 2019 and 2025, Ozark County recorded 576 outage events, averaging 2.6 hours each.
What is Ozark County's reliability grade?
Ozark County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 53rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Ozark County?
The worst outage on record started September 7, 2019, lasting 0 hours and affecting up to 2,319 customers.