Watertown Township, Tuscola County, MI truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Watertown Township, Tuscola County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Watertown 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 sits below Michigan on crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and in rain, sleet or snow. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Tuscola County: 4.4 deaths per 100 truck crashes, vs 2.1 in Michigan.
Overview
Police reported 262 crashes involving commercial trucks in Tuscola County since 2015: 115 people were injured and 11 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 16 days.
Only 4 truck crashes were reported in Watertown Township, Tuscola County since 2015; patterns below come from Tuscola County as a whole.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in November (13.0% of the year) and are lowest in April (5.7%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 48.8% of truck crashes, against 44.4% across Michigan.
More truck crashes happen at 12–1 pm than at any other hour (11.1%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 23.2% of truck crashes, compared with 17.7% in Michigan.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of Watertown since 2015: CR-MILLINGTON Rd (1), SR-24 (1) and SR-46 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 8 crashes, 3.1% of the total, against 3.2% across Michigan.
Route planning tips for Watertown Township, Tuscola County fleets
- Review driver schedules for November, the month with the most truck crashes.
- 30.8% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Michigan; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- With 23.2% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Michigan), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 Tuscola County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| CR-MILLINGTON Rd | 1 |
| SR-24 | 1 |
| SR-46 | 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 |
Watertown Township, Tuscola County at a glance
| Population | 2,076 |
| Land area | 32.5 sq mi |
| Density | 64 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 48435) | $86,905 |
| Median home value (ZIP 48435) | $148,115 |
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 crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.5 a year in 2016–19 and 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Watertown Township, Tuscola County
How many truck accidents are there in Watertown Township, Tuscola County?
Since 2015, 262 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Tuscola County (115 injured, 11 killed).
What is the worst month for truck crashes in Watertown Township, Tuscola County?
The worst month is November: 13.0% of truck crashes in Tuscola County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Watertown Township, Tuscola County?
Since 2015, Tuscola County has reported 8 garbage-truck crashes, or 3.1% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in Watertown Township, Tuscola County compare with Michigan?
Per 100,000 residents, Tuscola County has 43.1 truck crashes a year; Michigan has 52.4.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in Watertown 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.