Hudson Town, IN truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Hudson Town: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Hudson Town 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 |
DeKalb County has lower values than Indiana for 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.
The headline for Hudson Town: Us- 20 deadliest road: 3 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of Hudson since 2015.
Overview
DeKalb County has recorded 423 truck crashes since 2015, with 174 people injured and 17 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 10 days.
With 0 truck crashes reported in Hudson Town since 2015, this page uses DeKalb County numbers for its patterns and comparisons.
When crashes happen
June has the most truck crashes, 12.1% of the yearly total, while August has the fewest (4.7%).
November through March accounts for 43.0% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.7% in Indiana.
The busiest hour is 1–2 pm, with 7.6% of truck crashes.
11.6% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 10.6% across Indiana.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, Us- 20 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (3). It is followed by East Belle Fountaine (1), I-65 (1) and I-69 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 6 crashes, 1.4% of the total, against 2.4% across Indiana.
Route planning tips for Hudson Town fleets
- Build extra time into June routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use Us- 20, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 11.6% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Indiana; 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
Crash counts come from the FMCSA crash file (police-reported crashes involving trucks over 10,000 lb); fatal-crash locations come from NHTSA FARS. Text on this page states only what these numbers show.
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) |
|---|---|
| Us- 20 | 3 |
| East Belle Fountaine | 1 |
| I-65 | 1 |
| I-69 | 1 |
| I-69S | 1 |
| SR-3 | 1 |
| SR-327 | 1 |
| US-20 | 1 |
| US-20W | 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 |
Hudson Town at a glance
| Population | 592 |
| Land area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Density | 851 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 46705) | $67,266 |
| Median home value (ZIP 46705) | $159,197 |
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 crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.5 a year in 2016–19 and 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Hudson Town
How common are truck crashes in Hudson Town?
Since 2015, 423 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in DeKalb County (174 injured, 17 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in Hudson Town?
Us- 20 had 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of Hudson since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in Hudson Town?
June has the most truck crashes in DeKalb County, 12.1% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in Hudson Town?
Since 2015, DeKalb County has reported 6 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.4% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in Hudson Town compared with Indiana?
DeKalb County records 81.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 80.8 across Indiana.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Hudson Town?
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.