Washington Township, Blackford County, IN truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Washington Township, Blackford County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Washington Township, Blackford County and Blackford County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Blackford County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
2 of 71 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Blackford County compares with Indiana
Blackford County against Indiana and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Blackford County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Blackford County | Indiana | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 52.3 | 80.8 | 49.7 | 35% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 7.4 | 2.9 | 3.4 | 2.6× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.50 | 0.36 | 0.49 | 1.4× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.9% | 2.4% | 2.3% | 1.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 8.8% | 10.6% | 6.2% | 16% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 30.9% | 22.4% | 23.7% | 1.4× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.8% | 17.4% | 13.8% | 32% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 35.3% | 42.7% | 41.9% | 17% below the state |
| After dark | 25.0% | 32.0% | 24.8% | 22% below the state |
Blackford County has lower values than Indiana for crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share.
Blackford County at a glance: 7.4 people killed per 100 truck crashes (Indiana: 2.9).
Overview
Blackford County has recorded 71 truck crashes since 2015, with 34 people injured and 5 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 59 days.
Only 0 truck crashes were reported in Washington Township, Blackford County since 2015; patterns below come from Blackford County as a whole.
When crashes happen
October has the most truck crashes, 12.7% of the yearly total, while February has the fewest (2.8%).
November through March accounts for 35.3% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.7% in Indiana.
The busiest hour is 7–8 am, with 12.7% of truck crashes.
8.8% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 10.6% across Indiana.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of Washington since 2015: I-69 (3), SR-18 (3), CR-100 (1), I-69S (1) and SR-5 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 2 crashes, 2.8% of the total, against 2.4% across Indiana.
Route planning tips for Washington Township, Blackford County fleets
- Review driver schedules for October, the month with the most truck crashes.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 30.9% of truck crashes here, more than Indiana; adjust start times where you can.
- 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 Blackford County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-69 | 3 |
| SR-18 | 3 |
| CR-100 | 1 |
| I-69S | 1 |
| SR-5 | 1 |
| Sr- 3 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Blackford County) |
|---|---|
| SR-26 | 6 |
| SR-18E | 6 |
| SR-3S | 5 |
| SR-3N | 5 |
| SR-18 | 4 |
| State Road 26 | 3 |
| Main | 2 |
| SR-18W | 2 |
Washington Township, Blackford County at a glance
| Population | 780 |
| Land area | 36.2 sq mi |
| Density | 22 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 47348) | $50,426 |
| Median home value (ZIP 47348) | $118,726 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Blackford 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 | 4 | — | 0.4 |
| 2000s | 4 | -15% | 0.2 |
| 2010s | 5 | +27% | 0.1 |
| 2020s | 6 | +21% | 0.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 4 a year in the 1990s and 6 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.2 a year in 2016–19, 0.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Washington Township, Blackford County
How many truck accidents are there in Washington Township, Blackford County?
Blackford County has had 71 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 34 people and killing 5.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Washington Township, Blackford County?
The worst month is October: 12.7% of truck crashes in Blackford County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Washington Township, Blackford County?
Since 2015, Blackford County has reported 2 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.8% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in Washington Township, Blackford County compared with Indiana?
Per 100,000 residents, Blackford County has 52.3 truck crashes a year; Indiana has 80.8.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in Washington Township, Blackford 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.