Tehama, CA truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Tehama: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Tehama and Tehama County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Tehama County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
6 of 516 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Tehama County compares with California
Tehama County against California and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Tehama County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Tehama County | California | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 71.2 | 33.2 | 49.7 | 2.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 8.1 | 3.6 | 3.4 | 2.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.47 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.0% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 40% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 3.0% | 0.9% | 6.2% | 3.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.0% | 23.5% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 6.1% | 6.5% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 39.6% | 40.2% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 30.9% | 29.1% | 24.8% | same |
Tehama County sits below California on garbage-truck share. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for Tehama County: 3.0% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 0.9% across California.
Overview
Tehama County has recorded 516 truck crashes since 2015, with 244 people injured and 42 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 8 days.
Only 4 truck crashes were reported in Tehama since 2015; patterns below come from Tehama County as a whole.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in August (10.3% of the year) and are lowest in February (6.2%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 39.6% of truck crashes, vs 40.2% for California.
By time of day, 7–8 am stands out with 6.8% of truck crashes.
3.0% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 0.9% across California.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-99 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (3). It is followed by SR-99E (2), South Avenue (2) and 99W (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
6 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.2% share (California: 1.6%).
Route planning tips for Tehama fleets
- Build extra time into August routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to SR-99 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- 3.0% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above California; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Tehama County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-99 | 3 |
| SR-99E | 2 |
| South Avenue | 2 |
| 99W | 1 |
| CR-99 | 1 |
| CR-ROAD 99W | 1 |
| Corning Rest Area | 1 |
| Gerber Rd | 1 |
| I-5 | 1 |
| South Ave | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Tehama County) |
|---|---|
| I-5 | 6 |
| SR-32 | 3 |
| Rt5/1M S Gyle Rd | 3 |
| Rt5/1.3M N Flores Av | 3 |
| 5Th Ave/ Moller Ave | 2 |
| Antelope Blvd/250Ft W St Marys Ave | 2 |
| Everett Freeman Wy/3222Ft S Of Liberal Av | 2 |
| Rt 36/.7Mi W Of Manton Rd | 2 |
Tehama at a glance
| Population | 436 |
| Land area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Density | 549 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 96090) | $70,893 |
| Median home value (ZIP 96090) | $323,730 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Tehama 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 | — | — | 2.4 |
| 2000s | 41 | — | 1.7 |
| 2010s | 36 | -11% | 2.3 |
| 2020s | 49 | +35% | 2.8 |
From the 2000s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 41 to 49. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 2.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 2.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Tehama
How common are truck crashes in Tehama?
516 truck crashes have been reported in Tehama County since 2015, with 42 deaths and 244 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in Tehama?
NHTSA data shows SR-99 with 3 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Tehama since 2015, the highest of any road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Tehama?
August has the most truck crashes in Tehama County, 10.3% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Tehama?
6 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Tehama County since 2015, 1.2% of all truck crashes.
How does Tehama compare with California for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 71.2 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Tehama County, vs 33.2 for California.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Tehama?
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.