NOVEC Outages: Live Status & Outage Map
NOVEC doesn't share live outage data with DOE's ODIN feed, so we can't show its current outage count. Use its official outage map (linked below) for real-time status.
PowerOutageTracker is independent and not affiliated with NOVEC. In an emergency or if you see a downed line, call 911.
How reliable is NOVEC?
Form EIA-861 reliability metrics for 2025, by state, compared with each state's average
| State | Customers | Outage time / customer | Outages / customer | Avg. restoration | State average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 184,104 | 1 hr 34 min | 0.98 | 1 hr 36 min | 12 hr 43 min |
Outage time = SAIDI, outages = SAIFI, restoration = CAIDI, all including major events, as reported on Form EIA-861 (2025). Storm exposure differs a lot between territories, so one year is not a full verdict.
How NOVEC compares in Virginia
Other large utilities serving Virginia, ranked by outage time per customer (2025)
NOVEC service area
Counties where NOVEC has service territory (EIA-861). Each links to live outage status and history.
NOVEC outage FAQ
Is NOVEC having a power outage right now?
NOVEC doesn't publish live data to DOE's ODIN feed, so check its official outage map for current conditions.
How do I report a NOVEC power outage?
Report outages directly to NOVEC through its official outage reporting page (linked on this page). If you see a downed power line, stay at least 35 feet away and call 911.
How reliable is NOVEC?
In 2025, the average NOVEC customer was without power for about 1 hr 34 min in total (SAIDI, including major events), according to EIA-861. That ranks 41st of 179 large U.S. utilities, where 1st has the least outage time.
What areas does NOVEC serve?
NOVEC serves about 184,104 customers in Virginia, with service territory in 7 counties (EIA-861, 2025).
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You may reuse our derived data under CC BY 4.0 with attribution. Underlying government data is public domain.
PowerOutageTracker.com. "NOVEC Outages: Live Status & Outage Map." Accessed November 3, 2026. https://poweroutagetracker.com/utilities/novec