Augusta County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · Virginia
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2018 | 59 hrs | 19,086 (40%) | Winter Storm |
| Oct 26, 2017 | 1 hrs | 7,172 (15%) | Unnamed event |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 40 hrs | 6,283 (13%) | Hail |
| Mar 1, 2016 | 3 hrs | 6,186 (13%) | Unnamed event |
| Jun 24, 2016 | 23 hrs | 5,861 (12%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Augusta County recorded 881 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.6 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Augusta County started November 15, 2018 (Winter Storm), lasting 59 hours and leaving up to 19,086 customers without power (40% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Augusta County, with 118 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Augusta County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 47th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Virginia
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Augusta County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Hampton County | C | 47th |
| Portsmouth County | C | 48th |
| Orange County | C | 46th |
| Chesapeake County | C | 48th |
| Newport News County | C | 46th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Augusta County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Augusta County recorded 881 outage events, averaging 2.6 hours each.
What is Augusta County's reliability grade?
Augusta County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 47th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Augusta County?
The worst outage on record started November 15, 2018 (Winter Storm), lasting 59 hours and affecting up to 19,086 customers.