Stoddard County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 26, 2024 | 82 hrs | 9,753 (36%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Apr 3, 2025 | 85 hrs | 8,453 (31%) | Strong Wind |
| May 30, 2016 | 3 hrs | 4,672 (17%) | Flood |
| Jan 14, 2024 | 1 hrs | 3,738 (14%) | Strong Wind |
| Aug 26, 2022 | 4 hrs | 3,552 (13%) | Drought |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Stoddard County recorded 311 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.7 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Stoddard County started May 26, 2024 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 82 hours and leaving up to 9,753 customers without power (36% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Stoddard County, with 53 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Stoddard County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 55th 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 Stoddard County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Pemiscot County | C | 55th |
| Jefferson County | C | 54th |
| Gentry County | C | 55th |
| DeKalb County | C | 56th |
| Barton County | C | 56th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Stoddard County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Stoddard County recorded 311 outage events, averaging 2.7 hours each.
What is Stoddard County's reliability grade?
Stoddard County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 55th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Stoddard County?
The worst outage on record started May 26, 2024 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 82 hours and affecting up to 9,753 customers.