Clayton Township, Genesee County, MI truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Clayton Township, Genesee County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Clayton Township, Genesee County and Genesee County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Genesee County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
2.1 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 1.9 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Genesee County compares with Michigan
Genesee County against Michigan and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Genesee County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Genesee County | Michigan | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 43.0 | 52.4 | 49.7 | 18% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.9 | 2.1 | 3.4 | 10% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.31 | 0.30 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 5.0% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 1.5× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 17.7% | 17.7% | 6.2% | same |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.5% | 25.5% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 20.7% | 21.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 47.8% | 44.4% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 20.7% | 20.7% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Michigan, Genesee County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr and deaths per 100 crashes. It stands out for higher garbage-truck share and winter months (nov–mar).
Genesee County at a glance: 1 in 20 crashes involve a garbage truck (97 since 2015), vs 3.2% across Michigan.
Overview
Since 2015, 2,022 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Genesee County. They injured 613 people and killed 36.
That averages about one truck crash every 2 days in fully reported years.
Clayton Township, Genesee County had 56 reported truck crashes since 2015, too few for reliable patterns, so the charts and findings on this page use Genesee County numbers.
When crashes happen
January has the most truck crashes, 12.0% of the yearly total, while June has the fewest (6.8%).
November through March accounts for 47.8% of truck crashes here, compared with 44.4% in Michigan.
The busiest hour is 1–2 pm, with 7.8% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 17.7% of truck crashes, compared with 17.7% in Michigan.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-69 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (4). Next come I-75 (3), US-23 (3) and Atherton Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
97 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 4.8% share (Michigan: 3.2%).
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in September (13%).
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 2.1, vs 1.9 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for Clayton Township, Genesee County fleets
- Review driver schedules for January, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to I-69 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in September; review collection routes for that month.
- 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 Genesee County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-69 | 4 |
| I-75 | 3 |
| US-23 | 3 |
| Atherton Rd | 1 |
| CR-LINDEN Rd | 1 |
| Morrish Rd | 1 |
| SR-71 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Genesee County) |
|---|---|
| I-69 | 175 |
| I-75 | 149 |
| Dort | 136 |
| US-23 | 114 |
| Bristol | 96 |
| Vienna | 49 |
| State | 46 |
| I-475 | 42 |
Clayton Township, Genesee County at a glance
| Population | 7,355 |
| Land area | 34.2 sq mi |
| Density | 215 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 48532) | $61,998 |
| Median home value (ZIP 48532) | $168,728 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Genesee 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 | 137 | — | 5.8 |
| 2000s | 147 | +7% | 2.7 |
| 2010s | 119 | -19% | 3.2 |
| 2020s | 187 | +57% | 3.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 137 a year in the 1990s and 187 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 4.0 a year in 2016–19, 3.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Clayton Township, Genesee County
How common are truck crashes in Clayton Township, Genesee County?
Since 2015, 2,022 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Genesee County (613 injured, 36 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in Clayton Township, Genesee County?
Since 2015, I-69 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Clayton: 4.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in Clayton Township, Genesee County?
January has the most truck crashes in Genesee County, 12.0% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Clayton Township, Genesee County?
Garbage trucks were involved in 97 reported crashes in Genesee County since 2015 (4.8% of truck crashes).
How does Clayton Township, Genesee County compare with Michigan for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Genesee County has 43.0 truck crashes a year; Michigan has 52.4.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Clayton Township, Genesee 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.