Pend Oreille County Power Outage History
2019–2025 · Washington
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 9, 2019 | 3 hrs | 3,465 (31%) | Unnamed event |
| Sep 7, 2020 | 65 hrs | 2,932 (26%) | Strong Wind |
| Dec 17, 2025 | 36 hrs | 2,526 (22%) | High Wind |
| Apr 16, 2025 | 13 hrs | 2,279 (20%) | Strong Wind |
| Dec 11, 2025 | 2 hrs | 2,228 (20%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 7 years from 2019 to 2025, Pend Oreille County recorded 360 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.9 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Pend Oreille County started June 9, 2019, lasting 3 hours and leaving up to 3,465 customers without power (31% of the county) at its peak.
August has historically been the worst month for outages in Pend Oreille County, with 50 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Pend Oreille County earns a Reliability Grade of C, placing it in the 51st percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Washington
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Pend Oreille County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Mason County | C | 55th |
| Pierce County | C | 46th |
| Lewis County | C | 59th |
| Columbia County | B | 63rd |
| Clallam County | D | 38th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Pend Oreille County?
Between 2019 and 2025, Pend Oreille County recorded 360 outage events, averaging 3.9 hours each.
What is Pend Oreille County's reliability grade?
Pend Oreille County has a Reliability Grade of C, in the 51st national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Pend Oreille County?
The worst outage on record started June 9, 2019, lasting 3 hours and affecting up to 3,465 customers.