Bedford County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Tennessee
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2021 | 70 hrs | 33,277 (75%) | Winter Storm |
| Mar 1, 2021 | 0 hrs | 26,649 (60%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Mar 5, 2021 | 1 hrs | 26,559 (60%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Mar 3, 2023 | 16 hrs | 4,563 (10%) | High Wind |
| Feb 18, 2021 | 58 hrs | 3,729 (8%) | Winter Storm |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Bedford County recorded 331 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.2 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Bedford County started February 15, 2021 (Winter Storm), lasting 70 hours and leaving up to 33,277 customers without power (75% of the county) at its peak.
June has historically been the worst month for outages in Bedford County, with 48 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Bedford County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 83rd percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Tennessee
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Bedford County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Van Buren County | A | 81st |
| White County | A | 84th |
| Roane County | A | 81st |
| Washington County | B | 79th |
| Wilson County | B | 79th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Bedford County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Bedford County recorded 331 outage events, averaging 2.2 hours each.
What is Bedford County's reliability grade?
Bedford County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 83rd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Bedford County?
The worst outage on record started February 15, 2021 (Winter Storm), lasting 70 hours and affecting up to 33,277 customers.