Webster County Power Outage History
2016–2025 · 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 25, 2023 | 11 hrs | 4,297 (17%) | Winter Storm |
| Aug 13, 2024 | 1 hrs | 2,724 (11%) | Unnamed event |
| Apr 29, 2025 | 3 hrs | 2,342 (9%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jan 25, 2023 | 3 hrs | 2,186 (8%) | Winter Storm |
| Apr 29, 2025 | 3 hrs | 1,996 (8%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 10 years from 2016 to 2025, Webster County recorded 244 distinct power outage events, averaging 16.0 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Webster County started January 25, 2023 (Winter Storm), lasting 11 hours and leaving up to 4,297 customers without power (17% of the county) at its peak.
April has historically been the worst month for outages in Webster County, with 28 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Webster County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 50th 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 Webster County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Dent County | C | 50th |
| Buchanan County | C | 51st |
| St. Clair County | C | 49th |
| Crawford County | C | 51st |
| Warren County | C | 51st |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Webster County?
Between 2016 and 2025, Webster County recorded 244 outage events, averaging 16.0 hours each.
What is Webster County's reliability grade?
Webster County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 50th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Webster County?
The worst outage on record started January 25, 2023 (Winter Storm), lasting 11 hours and affecting up to 4,297 customers.