Cottonwood, IL truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Cottonwood: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Cottonwood and Cumberland County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Cumberland County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
0 of 442 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Cumberland County compares with Illinois
Cumberland County against Illinois and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Cumberland County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Cumberland County | Illinois | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 369.6 | 56.0 | 49.7 | 6.6× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.0 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 1.9× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.54 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.0% | 1.4% | 2.3% | 100% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 19.6% | 9.0% | 6.2% | 2.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 15.8% | 24.3% | 23.7% | 35% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 27.7% | 17.9% | 13.8% | 1.5× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 49.4% | 42.0% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 30.6% | 24.1% | 24.8% | 1.3× the state |
Compared with Illinois, Cumberland County is lower on garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
What stands out in Cumberland County: 19.6% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Illinois: 9.0%).
Overview
Cumberland County has recorded 442 truck crashes since 2015, with 244 people injured and 24 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 10 days.
Cottonwood had 0 reported truck crashes since 2015, too few for reliable patterns, so the charts and findings on this page use Cumberland County numbers.
When crashes happen
January has the most truck crashes, 14.9% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (5.4%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 49.4% of truck crashes, vs 42.0% for Illinois.
The busiest hour is 4–5 pm, with 9.5% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 19.6% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Illinois: 9.0%).
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of Cottonwood since 2015: I-57 (2), I-70 (2), SR-130 (2), CR-7 Old State Rd (1) and SR-121 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
No crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Cumberland County since 2015.
Route planning tips for Cottonwood fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Cumberland County.
- 19.6% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Illinois; 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
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 Cumberland County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-57 | 2 |
| I-70 | 2 |
| SR-130 | 2 |
| CR-7 Old State Rd | 1 |
| SR-121 | 1 |
| US-45 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Cumberland County) |
|---|---|
| I-70 | 272 |
| I-57 | 60 |
| I-070 | 9 |
| Il-130 | 7 |
| Mp I070 117 | 5 |
| N 500 East Rd | 4 |
| Cr 500 | 2 |
| Il Rt 130 | 2 |
Cottonwood at a glance
| Population | 476 |
| Land area | 32.7 sq mi |
| Density | 15 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 62440) | $79,605 |
| Median home value (ZIP 62440) | $132,995 |
Historical data: truck crashes in Cumberland 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 | 12 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 17 | +38% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 34 | +102% | 0.9 |
| 2020s | 45 | +32% | 1.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 12 a year in the 1990s and 45 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 1.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Cottonwood
How common are truck crashes in Cottonwood?
Since 2015, 442 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Cumberland County (244 injured, 24 killed).
What is the worst month for truck crashes in Cottonwood?
January has the most truck crashes in Cumberland County, 14.9% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Cottonwood?
0 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Cumberland County since 2015, 0.0% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in Cottonwood compare with Illinois?
Cumberland County records 369.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 56.0 across Illinois.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Cottonwood?
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.