Ripley County Power Outage History
2019–2025 · Missouri
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 26, 2024 | 68 hrs | 7,250 (49%) | Tornado |
| Sep 4, 2023 | 7 hrs | 2,545 (17%) | Unnamed event |
| Mar 15, 2025 | 125 hrs | 2,104 (14%) | Strong Wind |
| Jan 25, 2023 | 20 hrs | 2,104 (14%) | Heavy Snow |
| May 4, 2020 | 4 hrs | 2,009 (14%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 7 years from 2019 to 2025, Ripley County recorded 346 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.6 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Ripley County started May 26, 2024 (Tornado), lasting 68 hours and leaving up to 7,250 customers without power (49% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Ripley County, with 44 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Ripley County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 63rd 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 Ripley County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Barry County | B | 63rd |
| Perry County | B | 63rd |
| St. Francois County | B | 64th |
| Henry County | B | 62nd |
| Stone County | B | 62nd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Ripley County?
Between 2019 and 2025, Ripley County recorded 346 outage events, averaging 2.6 hours each.
What is Ripley County's reliability grade?
Ripley County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 63rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Ripley County?
The worst outage on record started May 26, 2024 (Tornado), lasting 68 hours and affecting up to 7,250 customers.