Washburn County Power Outage History
2015–2025 · Wisconsin
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Outages by year
Outages by month (seasonality)
Worst outage events on record
| Date | Duration | Customers affected | Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 27, 2023 | 10 hrs | 3,556 (35%) | Drought |
| Dec 15, 2022 | 62 hrs | 3,482 (34%) | Heavy Snow |
| May 15, 2025 | 16 hrs | 1,846 (18%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Nov 26, 2025 | 27 hrs | 1,653 (16%) | Drought |
| Aug 12, 2023 | 3 hrs | 1,627 (16%) | Drought |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Washburn County recorded 261 distinct power outage events, averaging 3.1 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Washburn County started July 27, 2023 (Drought), lasting 10 hours and leaving up to 3,556 customers without power (35% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Washburn County, with 43 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Washburn County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 65th percentile nationally for grid reliability (higher percentile = more reliable).
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Similar counties in Wisconsin
Counties with the closest reliability grade and national percentile to Washburn County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Marathon County | B | 66th |
| Racine County | B | 64th |
| Milwaukee County | B | 66th |
| Waushara County | B | 62nd |
| Ashland County | B | 68th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Washburn County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Washburn County recorded 261 outage events, averaging 3.1 hours each.
What is Washburn County's reliability grade?
Washburn County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 65th national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Washburn County?
The worst outage on record started July 27, 2023 (Drought), lasting 10 hours and affecting up to 3,556 customers.