Creek County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Oklahoma
Worse than average — more frequent or longer outages than most counties. How grades are calculated
Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2023 | 145 hrs | 19,611 (46%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| May 26, 2019 | 91 hrs | 15,561 (36%) | Flash Flood |
| Jul 14, 2016 | 45 hrs | 11,800 (27%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| May 24, 2025 | 16 hrs | 5,252 (12%) | Hail |
| Jun 26, 2024 | 34 hrs | 5,093 (12%) | Excessive Heat |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Creek County recorded 455 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.7 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Creek County started June 18, 2023 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 145 hours and leaving up to 19,611 customers without power (46% of the county) at its peak.
May has historically been the worst month for outages in Creek County, with 74 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Creek County earns a Reliability Grade of D, placing it in the 35th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Oklahoma
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Creek County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Tulsa County | D | 35th |
| Pittsburg County | D | 35th |
| Delaware County | D | 33rd |
| McCurtain County | D | 33rd |
| Pottawatomie County | D | 37th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Creek County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Creek County recorded 455 outage events, averaging 3.7 hours each.
What is Creek County's reliability grade?
Creek County has a Reliability Grade of D, in the 35th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Creek County?
The worst outage on record started June 18, 2023 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 145 hours and affecting up to 19,611 customers.