East Ellijay, GA truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in East Ellijay: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in East Ellijay and Gilmer County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Gilmer County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
5 of 151 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Gilmer County compares with Georgia
Gilmer County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Gilmer County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Gilmer County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 37.9 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 39% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.9 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 12% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.80 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.6× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.6% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 1.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.7% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 1.5× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.1% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 11% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.3% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 18% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 39.6% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 18.7% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 24% below the state |
Gilmer County sits below Georgia on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
Gilmer County at a glance: 0.7% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 0.5% in Georgia.
Overview
Gilmer County has recorded 151 truck crashes since 2015, with 115 people injured and 4 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 29 days.
East Ellijay had 21 reported truck crashes since 2015, too few for reliable patterns, so the charts and findings on this page use Gilmer County numbers.
60% of truck crash reports in Gilmer County since 2015 leave the city field blank; place counts include only reports that name the place.
When crashes happen
The worst month is February with 11.9% of truck crashes; the quietest is December at 5.3%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 39.6% of truck crashes, against 40.9% across Georgia.
More truck crashes happen at 3–4 pm than at any other hour (12.6%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.7% of truck crashes, compared with 0.5% in Georgia.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-52 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (2). Next come CR-029600 (1), CR-LEGION Road (1) and SR-2 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
5 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 3.3% share (Georgia: 2.6%).
Route planning tips for East Ellijay fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Gilmer County.
- Check whether your routes use SR-52, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 0.7% 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 Gilmer County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-52 | 2 |
| CR-029600 | 1 |
| CR-LEGION Road | 1 |
| SR-2 | 1 |
| SR-5 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Gilmer County) |
|---|---|
| Ga 52 | 2 |
| Ga 52 Near Ga 52 Ramp | 2 |
| Ga 52 Near Ridgemont Drive | 2 |
| Ga Hwy 515 At First Avenue | 2 |
| Highland Xing | 2 |
| Industrial Blvd Maddox Drive | 2 |
| Browns Mill Rd Se Near Zip Industrial Blvd Se | 1 |
| Burnt Mountain Rd Near Dickerson Dr | 1 |
East Ellijay at a glance
| Population | 1,625 |
| Land area | 3.3 sq mi |
| Density | 495 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 30539) | $26,950 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Gilmer 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 | 10 | — | 0.6 |
| 2000s | 15 | +47% | 1.0 |
| 2010s | 10 | -31% | 0.6 |
| 2020s | 17 | +63% | 0.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 10 a year in the 1990s and 17 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.0 a year in 2016–19, 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about East Ellijay
How many truck crashes happen in East Ellijay?
Since 2015, 151 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Gilmer County (115 injured, 4 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in East Ellijay?
Since 2015, SR-52 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of East Ellijay: 2.
Which month has the most truck crashes in East Ellijay?
February has the most truck crashes in Gilmer County, 11.9% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in East Ellijay?
5 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Gilmer County since 2015, 3.3% of all truck crashes.
How does East Ellijay compare with Georgia for truck crashes?
Gilmer County records 37.9 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 62.4 across Georgia.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in East Ellijay?
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.