Scotland, CT truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Scotland: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Scotland and Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
15 of 433 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region compares with Connecticut
Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region against Connecticut and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region | Connecticut | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 39.6 | 40.2 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.9 | 2.2 | 3.4 | 2.7× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.41 | 0.39 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.6% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 1.1× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 15.2% | 6.2% | 6.2% | 2.5× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.8% | 24.4% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 16.3% | 14.1% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 44.7% | 41.3% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 28.7% | 28.0% | 24.8% | same |
It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region: 15.2% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 6.2% across Connecticut.
Overview
Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region has recorded 433 truck crashes since 2015, with 179 people injured and 24 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 9 days in fully reported years.
With 2 truck crashes reported in Scotland since 2015, this page uses Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region numbers for its patterns and comparisons.
When crashes happen
The worst month is December with 12.5% of truck crashes; the quietest is November at 4.8%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 44.7% of truck crashes, vs 41.3% for Connecticut.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 7.9% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 15.2% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Connecticut: 6.2%).
Where crashes happen
I-395 leads within 10 miles of Scotland with 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: SR-32 (3), US-6 (3) and Prince Hill Road (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
15 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 3.5% share (Connecticut: 3.3%).
Route planning tips for Scotland fleets
- Plan December schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region.
- Where you can, review stops along I-395; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- 15.2% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Connecticut; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
Sources: the FMCSA crash file for all reported truck crashes and NHTSA FARS for fatal crashes with a large truck. Every statement here comes straight from those numbers.
Reporting was incomplete in 2018, so those years are greyed out and left out of rates and comparisons.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-395 | 4 |
| SR-32 | 3 |
| US-6 | 3 |
| Prince Hill Road | 1 |
| SR-12 | 1 |
| SR-138 | 1 |
| SR-169 | 1 |
| SR-195 | 1 |
| Ts-Champion Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region) |
|---|---|
| I-395 | 32 |
| I-84 | 9 |
| Green Hollow Rd | 4 |
| SR-6 | 4 |
| Wauregan Rd | 3 |
| SR-44 | 3 |
| Hartford Pike | 3 |
| Exit 73 I 84 | 3 |
Scotland at a glance
| Population | 1,598 |
| Land area | 18.6 sq mi |
| Density | 86 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 06264) | $100,227 |
Historical data: truck crashes in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region 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 | 22 | — | 0.0 |
| 2000s | 29 | +32% | 1.2 |
| 2010s | 30 | +5% | 1.2 |
| 2020s | 38 | +27% | 2.6 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 22 to 38. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 1.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 2.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Scotland
How many truck accidents are there in Scotland?
Since 2015, 433 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region (179 injured, 24 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in Scotland?
Since 2015, I-395 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Scotland: 4.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in Scotland?
Truck crashes in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region peak in December, with 12.5% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in Scotland?
Garbage trucks were involved in 15 reported crashes in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region since 2015 (3.5% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in Scotland compare with Connecticut?
Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region records 39.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 40.2 across Connecticut.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Scotland?
Use the free Route Planner: enter your stops to get a risk score, safer alternatives and the low bridges on your route.
Crash reporting to FMCSA was incomplete in 2018; those years are greyed out and left out of rates. 2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.