Pike 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2023 | 24 hrs | 1,897 (12%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jun 17, 2022 | 27 hrs | 1,882 (12%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Oct 25, 2024 | 1 hrs | 1,755 (11%) | Unnamed event |
| Nov 27, 2019 | 9 hrs | 1,245 (8%) | Unnamed event |
| Sep 14, 2021 | 1 hrs | 1,104 (7%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Pike County recorded 492 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.6 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Pike County started August 12, 2023 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 24 hours and leaving up to 1,897 customers without power (12% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Pike County, with 73 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Pike County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 83rd 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 Pike County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson County | A | 84th |
| Dallas County | A | 84th |
| Morgan County | A | 84th |
| Knox County | A | 84th |
| Monroe County | A | 85th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Pike County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Pike County recorded 492 outage events, averaging 2.6 hours each.
What is Pike County's reliability grade?
Pike County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 83rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Pike County?
The worst outage on record started August 12, 2023 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 24 hours and affecting up to 1,897 customers.