Waushara 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 14, 2017 | 72 hrs | 9,809 (46%) | Hail |
| Jun 15, 2022 | 51 hrs | 8,681 (40%) | Thunderstorm Wind |
| Jul 20, 2019 | 20 hrs | 5,801 (27%) | Tornado |
| Jul 29, 2021 | 21 hrs | 5,747 (27%) | Tornado |
| Mar 5, 2022 | 3 hrs | 5,668 (26%) | Unnamed event |
Over the 11 years from 2015 to 2025, Waushara County recorded 327 distinct power outage events, averaging 2.8 hours per event.
The single worst outage on record in Waushara County started June 14, 2017 (Hail), lasting 72 hours and leaving up to 9,809 customers without power (46% of the county) at its peak.
July has historically been the worst month for outages in Waushara County, with 58 events recorded during that month across the dataset.
Based on this history, Waushara County earns a Reliability Grade of B, placing it in the 62nd 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 Waushara County.
| County | Grade | National percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Racine County | B | 64th |
| Shawano County | B | 61st |
| Bayfield County | B | 60th |
| Washburn County | B | 65th |
| Marathon County | B | 66th |
FAQ
How often does power go out in Waushara County?
Between 2015 and 2025, Waushara County recorded 327 outage events, averaging 2.8 hours each.
What is Waushara County's reliability grade?
Waushara County has a Reliability Grade of B, in the 62nd national percentile.
What was the worst power outage in Waushara County?
The worst outage on record started June 14, 2017 (Hail), lasting 72 hours and affecting up to 9,809 customers.