Mecklenburg County Power Outage History
2014–2025 · 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 13, 2021 | 127 hrs | 11,762 (33%) | Winter Weather |
| Oct 11, 2018 | 117 hrs | 9,277 (26%) | Heavy Rain |
| Feb 7, 2020 | 13 hrs | 4,233 (12%) | Unnamed event |
| Jul 8, 2016 | 27 hrs | 3,991 (11%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Feb 16, 2016 | 3 hrs | 3,928 (11%) | Winter Weather |
Over the 12 years from 2014 to 2025, Mecklenburg County recorded 946 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.7 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Mecklenburg County started February 13, 2021 (Winter Weather), lasting 127 hours and leaving up to 11,762 customers without power (33% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Mecklenburg County, with 129 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Mecklenburg County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 40th 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 Mecklenburg County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| James City County | C | 40th |
| Westmoreland County | C | 41st |
| Roanoke County | D | 40th |
| Virginia Beach County | D | 39th |
| Essex County | D | 39th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Mecklenburg County?
Between 2014 and 2025, Mecklenburg County recorded 946 outage events, averaging 2.7 hours each.
What is Mecklenburg County's reliability grade?
Mecklenburg County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 40th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Mecklenburg County?
The worst outage on record started February 13, 2021 (Winter Weather), lasting 127 hours and affecting up to 11,762 customers.