Clinton Township, Macomb County, MI truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Clinton Township, Macomb County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
15 of 299 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Clinton Township, Macomb County compares with Michigan
Clinton Township, Macomb County against Michigan and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Clinton Township, Macomb County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Clinton Township, Macomb County | Michigan | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 25.4 | 52.4 | 49.7 | 52% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.1 | 2.1 | 3.4 | 48% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.25 | 0.30 | 0.49 | 17% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 4.2% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 1.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 8.1% | 17.7% | 6.2% | 54% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 29.3% | 25.5% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.8% | 21.9% | 13.8% | 10% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 37.5% | 44.4% | 41.9% | 16% below the state |
| After dark | 14.8% | 20.7% | 24.8% | 28% below the state |
Compared with Michigan, Clinton Township, Macomb County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. It runs above Michigan on garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
Clinton Township, Macomb County at a glance: I-94 deadliest road: 5 fatal truck crashes within 15 miles of Clinton since 2015.
Overview
Clinton Township, Macomb County has recorded 299 truck crashes since 2015, with 73 people injured and 3 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 14 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is October with 12.0% of truck crashes; the quietest is March at 4.7%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 37.5% of truck crashes, against 44.4% across Michigan.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 11.7% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 8.1% of truck crashes, compared with 17.7% in Michigan.
Where crashes happen
I-94 leads within 15 miles of Clinton with 5 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: Mound Rd (4), SR-102 (4) and CR-23 Mile Rd (3).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 15 crashes, 5.0% of the total, against 3.2% across Michigan.
Route planning tips for Clinton Township, Macomb County fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Clinton Township, Macomb County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-94; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- 29.3% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Michigan; 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 Clinton Township, Macomb County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 15 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-94 | 5 |
| Mound Rd | 4 |
| SR-102 | 4 |
| CR-23 Mile Rd | 3 |
| SR-3 | 3 |
| SR-53 | 3 |
| 13 Mile Rd | 2 |
| I-75 | 2 |
| SR-97 | 2 |
| 10 Mile Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Clinton Township, Macomb County) |
|---|---|
| Groesbeck | 42 |
| I-94 | 35 |
| Metropolitan | 33 |
| Gratiot | 27 |
| Mile | 22 |
| Garfield | 20 |
| Hall | 16 |
| Romeo Plank | 7 |
Clinton Township, Macomb County at a glance
| Population | 101,359 |
| Land area | 28.0 sq mi |
| Density | 3,617 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 48036) | $70,071 |
| Median home value (ZIP 48036) | $195,209 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Clinton Township, Macomb 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 | 25 | — | 5.7 |
| 2000s | 23 | -8% | 4.5 |
| 2010s | 17 | -24% | 2.5 |
| 2020s | 28 | +59% | 3.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 25 a year in the 1990s and 28 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 3.2 a year in 2016–19 and 3.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Clinton Township, Macomb County
How many truck accidents are there in Clinton Township, Macomb County?
299 truck crashes have been reported in Clinton Township, Macomb County since 2015, with 3 deaths and 73 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in Clinton Township, Macomb County?
Since 2015, I-94 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 15 miles of Clinton: 5.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Clinton Township, Macomb County?
October has the most truck crashes in Clinton Township, Macomb County, 12.0% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in Clinton Township, Macomb County?
Since 2015, Clinton Township, Macomb County has reported 15 garbage-truck crashes, or 5.0% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in Clinton Township, Macomb County compare with Michigan?
Per 100,000 residents, Clinton Township, Macomb County has 25.4 truck crashes a year; Michigan has 52.4.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in Clinton Township, Macomb 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.