Bolingbrook, IL truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Bolingbrook: 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
4 of 431 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Bolingbrook compares with Illinois
Bolingbrook against Illinois and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Bolingbrook stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Bolingbrook | Illinois | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 49.7 | 56.0 | 49.7 | 11% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.2 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 54% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.44 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 12% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.7% | 1.4% | 2.3% | 46% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 8.6% | 9.0% | 6.2% | same |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.4% | 24.3% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 17.6% | 17.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.8% | 42.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 16.4% | 24.1% | 24.8% | 32% below the state |
Bolingbrook has lower values than Illinois for crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. It stands out for higher morning rush (6–10 am).
Bolingbrook at a glance: I-55 deadliest road: 9 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of Bolingbrook since 2015.
Overview
Bolingbrook has recorded 431 truck crashes since 2015, with 196 people injured and 5 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 10 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in July (11.1% of the year) and are lowest in March (6.5%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 40.8% of truck crashes, against 42.0% across Illinois.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 9.3% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 8.6% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Illinois: 9.0%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of Bolingbrook is I-55, with 9 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: I-355 (3), I-88 (3) and Commons Dr (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 4 crashes, 0.9% of the total, against 1.4% across Illinois.
Route planning tips for Bolingbrook fleets
- Plan July schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Bolingbrook.
- Where you can, review stops along I-55; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Morning starts matter: 26.4% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Illinois.
- 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 Bolingbrook
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-55 | 9 |
| I-355 | 3 |
| I-88 | 3 |
| Commons Dr | 2 |
| SR-171 | 2 |
| SR-53 | 2 |
| US-30 | 2 |
| CR-36 Renwick Rd | 1 |
| CR-62 | 1 |
| CR-88 Weber Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Bolingbrook) |
|---|---|
| S Bolingbrook Dr | 41 |
| Remington Blvd | 39 |
| I-55 | 36 |
| Il-53 | 22 |
| Joliet Rd | 16 |
| N Bolingbrook Dr | 15 |
| W Boughton Rd | 11 |
| W Crossroads Pky | 10 |
Bolingbrook at a glance
| Population | 74,756 |
| Land area | 25.0 sq mi |
| Density | 2,993 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 60440) | $93,494 |
| Median home value (ZIP 60440) | $275,107 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Bolingbrook 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 | 6 | — | 9.8 |
| 2000s | 24 | +302% | 7.6 |
| 2010s | 39 | +61% | 8.1 |
| 2020s | 31 | -19% | 8.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 6 a year in the 1990s and 31 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 8.8 a year in 2016–19, 8.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Bolingbrook
How many truck accidents are there in Bolingbrook?
Since 2015, 431 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Bolingbrook (196 injured, 5 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in Bolingbrook?
Since 2015, I-55 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Bolingbrook: 9.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in Bolingbrook?
The worst month is July: 11.1% of truck crashes in Bolingbrook happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Bolingbrook?
4 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Bolingbrook since 2015, 0.9% of all truck crashes.
How does Bolingbrook compare with Illinois for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Bolingbrook has 49.7 truck crashes a year; Illinois has 56.0.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in Bolingbrook?
Paste your stops into the free CurbWaste Route Planner: it scores your route against fatal-crash locations, suggests safer alternatives and flags low bridges.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.