Fairfield Township, DeKalb County, IN truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Fairfield Township, DeKalb County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Fairfield Township, DeKalb County and DeKalb County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use DeKalb County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
6 of 423 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How DeKalb County compares with Indiana
DeKalb County against Indiana and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where DeKalb County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | DeKalb County | Indiana | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 81.6 | 80.8 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.3 | 2.9 | 3.4 | 1.5× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.41 | 0.36 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.5% | 2.4% | 2.3% | 36% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 11.6% | 10.6% | 6.2% | 1.1× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.8% | 22.4% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 14.3% | 17.4% | 13.8% | 18% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.0% | 42.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 34.9% | 32.0% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
Compared with Indiana, DeKalb County is lower on garbage-truck share and in rain, sleet or snow. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Fairfield Township, DeKalb County: I-69 2 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of Fairfield.
Overview
Since 2015, 423 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in DeKalb County. They injured 174 people and killed 17.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 10 days.
With 0 truck crashes reported in Fairfield Township, DeKalb County since 2015, this page uses DeKalb County numbers for its patterns and comparisons.
When crashes happen
The worst month is June with 12.1% of truck crashes; the quietest is August at 4.7%.
November through March accounts for 43.0% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.7% in Indiana.
By time of day, 1–2 pm stands out with 7.6% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 11.6% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Indiana: 10.6%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-69 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (2). It is followed by I-65 (1), I-69S (1) and SR-3 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
6 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.4% share (Indiana: 2.4%).
Route planning tips for Fairfield Township, DeKalb County fleets
- Plan June schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in DeKalb County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-69; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- With 11.6% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Indiana), plan winter equipment checks early.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 DeKalb County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-69 | 2 |
| I-65 | 1 |
| I-69S | 1 |
| SR-3 | 1 |
| SR-327 | 1 |
| SR-3N | 1 |
| SR-8 | 1 |
| US-6 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (DeKalb County) |
|---|---|
| I-69 | 92 |
| I-69S | 40 |
| SR-8 | 40 |
| I-69N | 33 |
| US-6 | 25 |
| State Rd 8 | 10 |
| Cr61 | 10 |
| Grand Army Of The Republic Hwy | 7 |
Fairfield Township, DeKalb County at a glance
| Population | 1,398 |
| Land area | 35.7 sq mi |
| Density | 39 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 46730) | $116,181 |
| Median home value (ZIP 46730) | $338,068 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in DeKalb 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 | 18 | — | 1.0 |
| 2000s | 30 | +67% | 1.3 |
| 2010s | 38 | +30% | 1.0 |
| 2020s | 32 | -17% | 1.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 18 a year in the 1990s and 32 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.5 a year in 2016–19, 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Fairfield Township, DeKalb County
How many truck accidents are there in Fairfield Township, DeKalb County?
Since 2015, 423 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in DeKalb County (174 injured, 17 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in Fairfield Township, DeKalb County?
I-69 had 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of Fairfield since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in Fairfield Township, DeKalb County?
June has the most truck crashes in DeKalb County, 12.1% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in Fairfield Township, DeKalb County?
Since 2015, DeKalb County has reported 6 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.4% of its truck crashes.
How does Fairfield Township, DeKalb County compare with Indiana for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, DeKalb County has 81.6 truck crashes a year; Indiana has 80.8.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Fairfield Township, DeKalb County?
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.