Mills Township, Ogemaw County, MI truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Mills Township, Ogemaw County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Mills Township, Ogemaw County and Ogemaw County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Ogemaw County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
1 of 99 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Ogemaw County compares with Michigan
Ogemaw County against Michigan and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Ogemaw County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Ogemaw County | Michigan | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 38.6 | 52.4 | 49.7 | 26% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.6 | 2.1 | 3.4 | 2.7× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.24 | 0.30 | 0.49 | 20% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 65% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 19.1% | 17.7% | 6.2% | 1.1× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.2% | 25.5% | 23.7% | 21% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 16.9% | 21.9% | 13.8% | 23% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 39.3% | 44.4% | 41.9% | 11% below the state |
| After dark | 18.0% | 20.7% | 24.8% | 13% below the state |
Ogemaw County has lower values than Michigan for crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
Ogemaw County at a glance: 5.6 deaths per 100 truck crashes, vs 2.1 in Michigan.
Overview
Since 2015, 99 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Ogemaw County. They injured 27 people and killed 5.
That averages about one truck crash every 45 days in fully reported years.
With 8 truck crashes reported in Mills Township, Ogemaw County since 2015, this page uses Ogemaw County numbers for its patterns and comparisons.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in February (15.2% of the year) and are lowest in December (3.0%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 39.3% of truck crashes, vs 44.4% for Michigan.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 14.1% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 19.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Michigan: 17.7%).
Where crashes happen
Fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Mills since 2015 were spread across roads: SR-55 (2) and CR-GREENWOOD Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
1 crash involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.0% share (Michigan: 3.2%).
Route planning tips for Mills Township, Ogemaw County fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Ogemaw County.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 19.1% of truck crashes here, more than Michigan; schedule winter checks early.
- 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 Ogemaw County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-55 | 2 |
| CR-GREENWOOD Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Ogemaw County) |
|---|---|
| I-75 | 7 |
| Houghton | 6 |
| Greenwood | 5 |
| State | 4 |
| Fairview | 3 |
| Cook | 3 |
| Heath | 2 |
| Rose City | 2 |
Mills Township, Ogemaw County at a glance
| Population | 4,019 |
| Land area | 34.2 sq mi |
| Density | 117 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 48756) | $46,008 |
| Median home value (ZIP 48756) | $77,873 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Ogemaw 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 | 7 | — | 0.3 |
| 2000s | 6 | -5% | 0.3 |
| 2010s | 6 | -8% | 0.2 |
| 2020s | 8 | +38% | 0.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 7 a year in the 1990s and 8 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 0.0 a year in 2016–19 and 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Mills Township, Ogemaw County
How many truck accidents are there in Mills Township, Ogemaw County?
99 truck crashes have been reported in Ogemaw County since 2015, with 5 deaths and 27 injuries.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Mills Township, Ogemaw County?
February has the most truck crashes in Ogemaw County, 15.2% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in Mills Township, Ogemaw County?
Since 2015, Ogemaw County has reported 1 garbage-truck crash, or 1.0% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in Mills Township, Ogemaw County compared with Michigan?
The yearly rate is 38.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Ogemaw County, vs 52.4 for Michigan.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in Mills Township, Ogemaw 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.