Ochiltree County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Texas
Average — typical outage frequency and duration nationally. How grades are calculated
Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 15, 2023 | 328 hrs | 8,912 (81%) | Hail |
| Jul 18, 2023 | 2 hrs | 4,683 (43%) | Unnamed event |
| Jan 8, 2025 | 2 hrs | 4,292 (39%) | Winter Weather |
| Aug 26, 2024 | 5 hrs | 4,288 (39%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Aug 27, 2024 | 3 hrs | 4,282 (39%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Ochiltree County recorded 294 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.5 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Ochiltree County started June 15, 2023 (Hail), lasting 328 hours and leaving up to 8,912 customers without power (81% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Ochiltree County, with 48 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Ochiltree County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 52nd 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 Ochiltree County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Terry County | C | 52nd |
| Childress County | C | 52nd |
| Johnson County | C | 53rd |
| Shackelford County | C | 53rd |
| Washington County | C | 51st |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Ochiltree County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Ochiltree County recorded 294 outage events, averaging 3.5 hours each.
What is Ochiltree County's reliability grade?
Ochiltree County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 52nd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Ochiltree County?
The worst outage on record started June 15, 2023 (Hail), lasting 328 hours and affecting up to 8,912 customers.