Bowie County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Texas
Better than average — fewer or shorter 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 10, 2025 | 67 hrs | 16,957 (15%) | Winter Weather |
| Apr 10, 2021 | 67 hrs | 14,559 (12%) | Hail |
| Jun 3, 2024 | 65 hrs | 13,575 (12%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| May 10, 2016 | 40 hrs | 10,460 (9%) | Tornado |
| Mar 4, 2025 | 83 hrs | 8,795 (8%) | Tornado |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Bowie County recorded 1,170 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.9 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Bowie County started January 10, 2025 (Winter Weather), lasting 67 hours and leaving up to 16,957 customers without power (15% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Bowie County, with 138 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Bowie County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 60th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Texas
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Bowie County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Wise County | B | 60th |
| McCulloch County | B | 60th |
| Cameron County | B | 61st |
| Hartley County | C | 60th |
| Potter County | C | 59th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Bowie County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Bowie County recorded 1,170 outage events, averaging 2.9 hours each.
What is Bowie County's reliability grade?
Bowie County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 60th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Bowie County?
The worst outage on record started January 10, 2025 (Winter Weather), lasting 67 hours and affecting up to 16,957 customers.