Woodward County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Oklahoma
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 2025 | 39 hrs | 6,201 (29%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Aug 21, 2019 | 1 hrs | 5,730 (27%) | Unnamed event |
| Jan 14, 2020 | 3 hrs | 5,629 (26%) | Hail |
| Jun 23, 2018 | 24 hrs | 4,181 (19%) | Drought |
| Aug 8, 2023 | 12 hrs | 3,435 (16%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Woodward County recorded 499 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.9 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Woodward County started September 20, 2025 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 39 hours and leaving up to 6,201 customers without power (29% of the county) at its peak.
May has historically been the worst month for outages in Woodward County, with 71 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Woodward County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 64th 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 Woodward County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Carter County | B | 63rd |
| Cimarron County | B | 66th |
| Rogers County | B | 62nd |
| Washington County | B | 67th |
| Beaver County | B | 67th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Woodward County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Woodward County recorded 499 outage events, averaging 2.9 hours each.
What is Woodward County's reliability grade?
Woodward County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 64th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Woodward County?
The worst outage on record started September 20, 2025 (Thunderstorm Wind), lasting 39 hours and affecting up to 6,201 customers.