Scurry County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · Texas
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2025 | 21 hrs | 3,858 (26%) | High Wind |
| Sep 30, 2021 | 5 hrs | 2,295 (15%) | Hail |
| Mar 13, 2019 | 25 hrs | 1,983 (13%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| May 17, 2021 | 4 hrs | 1,893 (13%) | Hail |
| Jun 8, 2018 | 3 hrs | 1,610 (11%) | Hail |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Scurry County recorded 283 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.9 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Scurry County started March 14, 2025 (High Wind), lasting 21 hours and leaving up to 3,858 customers without power (26% of the county) at its peak.
May has historically been the worst month for outages in Scurry County, with 44 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Scurry County earns a Reliability Grade of A, placing it in the 82nd 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 Scurry County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Bandera County | A | 82nd |
| El Paso County | A | 82nd |
| Hale County | A | 81st |
| Newton County | A | 81st |
| Cochran County | B | 79th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Scurry County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Scurry County recorded 283 outage events, averaging 2.9 hours each.
What is Scurry County's reliability grade?
Scurry County has a Reliability Grade of A, in the 82nd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Scurry County?
The worst outage on record started March 14, 2025 (High Wind), lasting 21 hours and affecting up to 3,858 customers.