Bibb County, AL truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Bibb County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
4 of 277 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Bibb County compares with Alabama
Bibb County against Alabama and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Bibb County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Bibb County | Alabama | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 106.2 | 80.8 | 49.7 | 1.3× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.5 | 3.4 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.53 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.5% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 32% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.0% | 0.8% | 6.2% | 100% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 27.7% | 22.5% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.5% | 12.3% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.8% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 16.9% | 23.7% | 24.8% | 29% below the state |
Bibb County sits below Alabama on garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and after dark. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and morning rush (6–10 am).
What stands out in Bibb County: 0.0% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Alabama: 0.8%).
Overview
Police reported 277 crashes involving commercial trucks in Bibb County since 2015: 146 people were injured and 9 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 15 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in August (13.7% of the year) and are lowest in June (3.2%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 40.8% of truck crashes, against 40.8% across Alabama.
The busiest hour is 12–1 pm, with 10.9% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.0% of truck crashes, compared with 0.8% in Alabama.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-5 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (5). It is followed by Us-Sr 6 (3) and US-82 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 4 crashes, 1.4% of the total, against 2.3% across Alabama.
Route planning tips for Bibb County fleets
- Review driver schedules for August, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Where you can, review stops along SR-5; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 27.7% of truck crashes here, more than Alabama; adjust start times where you can.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
About the data
This report uses the FMCSA crash file (reported crashes of trucks over 10,000 lb) and NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes). It reports the numbers without guessing at reasons.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Bibb County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (in Bibb County) |
|---|---|
| SR-5 | 5 |
| Us-Sr 6 | 3 |
| US-82 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Bibb County) |
|---|---|
| Al-5 | 102 |
| US-82 | 51 |
| Al-25 | 27 |
| Al 5 | 17 |
| Al 25 | 9 |
| US-11 | 8 |
| Al-139 | 7 |
| Vance Blocton Road | 3 |
Bibb County at a glance
| Population | 22,258 |
| Land area | 622.5 sq mi |
| Density | 36 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP average) | $50,535 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Bibb County since the 1990s
Combines the FMCSA crash file (all reported truck crashes, real coverage from about 1990) with NHTSA FARS (fatal crashes involving a large truck, 1982–2024).
| Decade | Truck crashes / yr | Change | Fatal crashes / yr (FARS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 11 | — | 1.1 |
| 2000s | 10 | -3% | 0.9 |
| 2010s | 19 | +84% | 1.2 |
| 2020s | 21 | +10% | 0.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 11 a year in the 1990s and 21 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.8 a year in 2016–19, 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Cities, towns & communities in Bibb County
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Questions fleets ask about Bibb County
How common are truck crashes in Bibb County?
277 truck crashes have been reported in Bibb County since 2015, with 9 deaths and 146 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in Bibb County?
SR-5 had 5 fatal crashes involving a large truck in Bibb County since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Bibb County?
The worst month is August: 13.7% of truck crashes in Bibb County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Bibb County?
4 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Bibb County since 2015, 1.4% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in Bibb County compare with Alabama?
Per 100,000 residents, Bibb County has 106.2 truck crashes a year; Alabama has 80.8.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in Bibb County?
Use the free Route Planner: enter your stops to get a risk score, safer alternatives and the low bridges on your route.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.