Jefferson Township, Miami County, IN truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Jefferson Township, Miami County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Jefferson Township, Miami County and Miami County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Miami County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
11 of 358 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Miami County compares with Indiana
Miami County against Indiana and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Miami County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Miami County | Indiana | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 84.7 | 80.8 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.3 | 2.9 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.39 | 0.36 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.3% | 2.4% | 2.3% | 1.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 11.8% | 10.6% | 6.2% | 1.1× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.8% | 22.4% | 23.7% | 7% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 13.6% | 17.4% | 13.8% | 22% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.3% | 42.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 31.6% | 32.0% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Indiana, Miami County is lower on morning rush (6–10 am) and in rain, sleet or snow. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share.
What stands out in Jefferson Township, Miami County: US-31 5 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of Jefferson.
Overview
Miami County has recorded 358 truck crashes since 2015, with 142 people injured and 11 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 12 days in fully reported years.
With 0 truck crashes reported in Jefferson Township, Miami County since 2015, this page uses Miami County numbers for its patterns and comparisons.
When crashes happen
The worst month is October with 12.8% of truck crashes; the quietest is August at 5.0%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 41.3% of truck crashes, vs 42.7% for Indiana.
More truck crashes happen at 3–4 pm than at any other hour (7.5%).
Road surface: 11.8% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Indiana: 10.6%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of Jefferson is US-31, with 5 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. It is followed by US-24 (3) and Us- 31 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 11 of the truck crashes here, or 3.1%, compared with 2.4% in Indiana.
Route planning tips for Jefferson Township, Miami County fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Miami County.
- Check whether your routes use US-31, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 11.8% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Indiana; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
About the data
Sources: the FMCSA crash file for all reported truck crashes and NHTSA FARS for fatal crashes with a large truck. Every statement here comes straight from those numbers.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Miami County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-31 | 5 |
| US-24 | 3 |
| Us- 31 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Miami County) |
|---|---|
| US-31 | 114 |
| US-31S | 35 |
| US-31N | 32 |
| US-24 | 21 |
| SR-19 | 12 |
| S Us Hwy 31 | 10 |
| SR-18 | 7 |
| Broadway | 5 |
Jefferson Township, Miami County at a glance
| Population | 2,382 |
| Land area | 32.2 sq mi |
| Density | 74 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 46958) | $87,640 |
| Median home value (ZIP 46958) | $96,122 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Miami 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 | 14 | — | 0.9 |
| 2000s | 22 | +61% | 0.6 |
| 2010s | 25 | +15% | 1.6 |
| 2020s | 30 | +20% | 0.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 14 a year in the 1990s and 30 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 1.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Jefferson Township, Miami County
How many truck crashes happen in Jefferson Township, Miami County?
Since 2015, 358 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Miami County (142 injured, 11 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in Jefferson Township, Miami County?
US-31 had 5 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of Jefferson since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Jefferson Township, Miami County?
October has the most truck crashes in Miami County, 12.8% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Jefferson Township, Miami County?
Since 2015, Miami County has reported 11 garbage-truck crashes, or 3.1% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in Jefferson Township, Miami County compared with Indiana?
Per 100,000 residents, Miami County has 84.7 truck crashes a year; Indiana has 80.8.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Jefferson Township, Miami 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.