Marion Township, Jennings County, IN truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Marion Township, Jennings County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Marion Township, Jennings County and Jennings County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Jennings County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
4 of 186 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Jennings County compares with Indiana
Jennings County against Indiana and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Jennings County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Jennings County | Indiana | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 59.5 | 80.8 | 49.7 | 26% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.0 | 2.9 | 3.4 | 1.7× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.40 | 0.36 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.2% | 2.4% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 3.3% | 10.6% | 6.2% | 69% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 27.1% | 22.4% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.2% | 17.4% | 13.8% | 30% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 37.6% | 42.7% | 41.9% | 12% below the state |
| After dark | 22.1% | 32.0% | 24.8% | 31% below the state |
Compared with Indiana, Jennings County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. It runs above Indiana on deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and morning rush (6–10 am).
Jennings County at a glance: 5.0 people killed per 100 truck crashes (Indiana: 2.9).
Overview
Since 2015, 186 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Jennings County. They injured 73 people and killed 9.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 22 days.
Only 0 truck crashes were reported in Marion Township, Jennings County since 2015; patterns below come from Jennings County as a whole.
When crashes happen
The worst month is July with 12.4% of truck crashes; the quietest is March at 4.8%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 37.6% of truck crashes, vs 42.7% for Indiana.
By time of day, 4–5 pm stands out with 9.7% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 3.3% of truck crashes, compared with 10.6% in Indiana.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-65 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (8). It is followed by US-30 (1), US-31 (1) and US-50 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
4 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.2% share (Indiana: 2.4%).
Route planning tips for Marion Township, Jennings County fleets
- Build extra time into July routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to I-65 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- 27.1% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Indiana; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 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 Jennings County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-65 | 8 |
| US-30 | 1 |
| US-31 | 1 |
| US-50 | 1 |
| US-50E | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Jennings County) |
|---|---|
| US-50 | 31 |
| US-50W | 20 |
| SR-7N | 12 |
| SR-3N | 12 |
| US-50E | 11 |
| SR-7 | 10 |
| SR-750W | 7 |
| State Rd 7 | 6 |
Marion Township, Jennings County at a glance
| Population | 1,105 |
| Land area | 33.0 sq mi |
| Density | 34 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 47270) | $83,387 |
| Median home value (ZIP 47270) | $142,151 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Jennings 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 | 6 | — | 1.1 |
| 2000s | 15 | +155% | 0.4 |
| 2010s | 16 | +12% | 1.1 |
| 2020s | 15 | -9% | 0.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 6 a year in the 1990s and 15 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.8 a year in 2016–19, 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Marion Township, Jennings County
How common are truck crashes in Marion Township, Jennings County?
186 truck crashes have been reported in Jennings County since 2015, with 9 deaths and 73 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in Marion Township, Jennings County?
Since 2015, I-65 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Marion: 8.
When do most truck crashes happen in Marion Township, Jennings County?
The worst month is July: 12.4% of truck crashes in Jennings County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in Marion Township, Jennings County?
4 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Jennings County since 2015, 2.2% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in Marion Township, Jennings County compared with Indiana?
Jennings County records 59.5 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 80.8 across Indiana.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Marion Township, Jennings 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.