Dayton Township, Tuscola County, MI truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Dayton Township, Tuscola County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Dayton Township, Tuscola County and Tuscola County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Tuscola County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
8 of 262 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Tuscola County compares with Michigan
Tuscola County against Michigan and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Tuscola County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Tuscola County | Michigan | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 43.1 | 52.4 | 49.7 | 18% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.4 | 2.1 | 3.4 | 2.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.45 | 0.30 | 0.49 | 1.5× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.8% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 13% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 23.2% | 17.7% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 30.8% | 25.5% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.8% | 21.9% | 13.8% | 42% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 48.8% | 44.4% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 14.4% | 20.7% | 24.8% | 30% below the state |
Tuscola County has lower values than Michigan for crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and in rain, sleet or snow. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
Tuscola County at a glance: 4.4 deaths for every 100 truck crashes, against 2.1 across Michigan.
Overview
Tuscola County has recorded 262 truck crashes since 2015, with 115 people injured and 11 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 16 days in fully reported years.
Dayton Township, Tuscola County had 8 reported truck crashes since 2015, too few for reliable patterns, so the charts and findings on this page use Tuscola County numbers.
When crashes happen
November has the most truck crashes, 13.0% of the yearly total, while April has the fewest (5.7%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 48.8% of truck crashes, vs 44.4% for Michigan.
The busiest hour is 12–1 pm, with 11.1% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 23.2% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Michigan: 17.7%).
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of Dayton since 2015: SR-46 (1) and SR-53 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 8 of the truck crashes here, or 3.1%, compared with 3.2% in Michigan.
Route planning tips for Dayton Township, Tuscola County fleets
- Plan November schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Tuscola County.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 30.8% of truck crashes here, more than Michigan; adjust start times where you can.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 23.2% 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 Tuscola County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-46 | 1 |
| SR-53 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Tuscola County) |
|---|---|
| Caro | 26 |
| Sanilac | 25 |
| Saginaw | 17 |
| Mertz | 9 |
| State | 8 |
| Deckerville | 7 |
| Birch Run | 6 |
| Bay City Forestville | 5 |
Dayton Township, Tuscola County at a glance
| Population | 1,903 |
| Land area | 35.6 sq mi |
| Density | 53 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 48760) | $54,643 |
| Median home value (ZIP 48760) | $161,519 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Tuscola 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 | 13 | — | 1.2 |
| 2000s | 18 | +36% | 1.1 |
| 2010s | 14 | -20% | 0.6 |
| 2020s | 26 | +79% | 0.4 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 13 to 26. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.5 a year in 2016–19, 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Dayton Township, Tuscola County
How many truck accidents are there in Dayton Township, Tuscola County?
262 truck crashes have been reported in Tuscola County since 2015, with 11 deaths and 115 injuries.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in Dayton Township, Tuscola County?
Truck crashes in Tuscola County peak in November, with 13.0% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Dayton Township, Tuscola County?
8 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Tuscola County since 2015, 3.1% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in Dayton Township, Tuscola County compare with Michigan?
The yearly rate is 43.1 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Tuscola County, vs 52.4 for Michigan.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Dayton Township, Tuscola 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.