Platte County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · Missouri
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 8, 2018 | 1 hrs | 12,156 (20%) | Unnamed event |
| Apr 26, 2016 | 1 hrs | 11,735 (19%) | Hail |
| Jul 31, 2023 | 26 hrs | 9,283 (15%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Aug 10, 2021 | 14 hrs | 9,242 (15%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Apr 16, 2024 | 8 hrs | 7,123 (11%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Platte County recorded 556 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.4 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Platte County started February 8, 2018, lasting 1 hours and leaving up to 12,156 customers without power (20% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Platte County, with 88 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Platte 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 Platte County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Howard County | B | 73rd |
| Osage County | B | 72nd |
| Camden County | B | 72nd |
| St. Louis County | B | 74th |
| Scotland County | B | 74th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Platte County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Platte County recorded 556 outage events, averaging 2.4 hours each.
What is Platte County's reliability grade?
Platte County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 73rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Platte County?
The worst outage on record started February 8, 2018, lasting 1 hours and affecting up to 12,156 customers.