Camden County, GA truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Camden 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
5 of 397 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Camden County compares with Georgia
Camden County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Camden County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Camden County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 55.4 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 11% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.1 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 1.8× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.66 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.3× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.1% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 58% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.6% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 1.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 18.1% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 20% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.5% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 1.1× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.8% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 28.9% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 1.2× the state |
Camden County sits below Georgia on crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Camden County: 6.1 deaths per 100 truck crashes, vs 3.3 in Georgia.
Overview
Camden County has recorded 397 truck crashes since 2015, with 261 people injured and 23 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 11 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
April has the most truck crashes, 11.6% of the yearly total, while January has the fewest (6.0%).
November through March accounts for 40.8% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.9% in Georgia.
The busiest hour is 2–3 pm, with 7.8% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 0.6% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Georgia: 0.5%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-95 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (11). Next come SR-40 (3) and SR-25 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 5 crashes, 1.3% of the total, against 2.6% across Georgia.
Route planning tips for Camden County fleets
- Plan April schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Camden County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-95; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 0.6% of truck crashes here, more than Georgia; schedule winter checks early.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
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 Camden County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (in Camden County) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 11 |
| SR-40 | 3 |
| SR-25 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Camden County) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 4 |
| Sb 20 Milemarker | 3 |
| Ga-40 W At Milepost 15.00 | 3 |
| E King Ave / May Creek Dr | 3 |
| E King Ave | 3 |
| 95 18 Milemarker | 2 |
| Charlie Smith Sr Hwy At St Marys Rd | 2 |
| Exit 14 | 2 |
Camden County at a glance
| Population | 59,099 |
| Land area | 630.3 sq mi |
| Density | 94 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP average) | $73,688 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Camden 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 | 30 | — | 2.4 |
| 2000s | 31 | +2% | 1.5 |
| 2010s | 24 | -22% | 1.2 |
| 2020s | 43 | +79% | 1.8 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 30 to 43. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 1.5 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.8 a year in 2020–24.
Cities, towns & communities in Camden County
ZIP codes in Camden County
Nearby counties
Questions fleets ask about Camden County
How common are truck crashes in Camden County?
397 truck crashes have been reported in Camden County since 2015, with 23 deaths and 261 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in Camden County?
I-95 had 11 fatal crashes involving a large truck in Camden County since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in Camden County?
The worst month is April: 11.6% of truck crashes in Camden County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in Camden County?
5 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Camden County since 2015, 1.3% of all truck crashes.
How does Camden County compare with Georgia for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Camden County has 55.4 truck crashes a year; Georgia has 62.4.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Camden 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.