Meade County Power Outage History
2016–2025 · South Dakota
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 13, 2025 | 7 hrs | 10,065 (45%) | Unnamed event |
| Oct 13, 2021 | 7 hrs | 8,735 (39%) | Winter Storm |
| Feb 11, 2016 | 1 hrs | 8,299 (37%) | High Wind |
| Oct 12, 2021 | 2 hrs | 7,130 (32%) | Winter Storm |
| Jul 23, 2025 | 1 hrs | 5,009 (23%) | Hail |
Over the 10 years from 2016 to 2025, Meade County recorded 283 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.9 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Meade County started November 13, 2025, lasting 7 hours and leaving up to 10,065 customers without power (45% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Meade County, with 50 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Meade County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 86th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in South Dakota
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Meade County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Union County | A | 86th |
| Butte County | A | 85th |
| Bon Homme County | A | 85th |
| Aurora County | A | 87th |
| Roberts County | A | 83rd |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Meade County?
Between 2016 and 2025, Meade County recorded 283 outage events, averaging 3.9 hours each.
What is Meade County's reliability grade?
Meade County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 86th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Meade County?
The worst outage on record started November 13, 2025, lasting 7 hours and affecting up to 10,065 customers.