Sylvan Township, Washtenaw County, MI truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Sylvan Township, Washtenaw County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Sylvan Township, Washtenaw County and Washtenaw County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Washtenaw County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
2.9 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.0 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Washtenaw County compares with Michigan
Washtenaw County against Michigan and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Washtenaw County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Washtenaw County | Michigan | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 57.4 | 52.4 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.0 | 2.1 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.29 | 0.30 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.9% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 11% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 13.3% | 17.7% | 6.2% | 25% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.6% | 25.5% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 22.7% | 21.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.6% | 44.4% | 41.9% | 8% below the state |
| After dark | 21.4% | 20.7% | 24.8% | same |
Washtenaw County has lower values than Michigan for garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and winter months (nov–mar). It runs above Michigan on crashes per 100k residents / yr.
The headline for Sylvan Township, Washtenaw County: I-94 4 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of Sylvan.
Overview
Police reported 2,523 crashes involving commercial trucks in Washtenaw County since 2015: 755 people were injured and 49 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 2 days.
With 94 truck crashes reported in Sylvan Township, Washtenaw County since 2015, this page uses Washtenaw County numbers for its patterns and comparisons.
When crashes happen
The worst month is September with 9.9% of truck crashes; the quietest is March at 6.8%.
November through March accounts for 40.6% of truck crashes here, compared with 44.4% in Michigan.
By time of day, 8–9 am stands out with 8.7% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 13.3% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Michigan: 17.7%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-94 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (4). Next come CR-GOODBAND Rd (1) and CR-OLD Us-12 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
75 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 3.0% share (Michigan: 3.2%).
Garbage-truck crashes peak in March (16% of them).
They recorded 2.9 deaths per 100 crashes, against 2.0 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for Sylvan Township, Washtenaw County fleets
- Build extra time into September routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to I-94 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Waste haulers: March is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Washtenaw County.
- 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 Washtenaw County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-94 | 4 |
| CR-GOODBAND Rd | 1 |
| CR-OLD Us-12 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Washtenaw County) |
|---|---|
| I-94 | 301 |
| US-23 | 242 |
| N Us 23 | 133 |
| Michigan | 133 |
| S Us 23 | 125 |
| Jackson | 33 |
| Main | 28 |
| State | 27 |
Sylvan Township, Washtenaw County at a glance
| Population | 3,579 |
| Land area | 32.6 sq mi |
| Density | 110 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 48118) | $88,278 |
| Median home value (ZIP 48118) | $357,753 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Washtenaw 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 | 132 | — | 4.2 |
| 2000s | 166 | +26% | 4.0 |
| 2010s | 162 | -2% | 3.1 |
| 2020s | 214 | +32% | 2.8 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 132 to 214. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 3.8 a year in 2016–19 and 2.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Sylvan Township, Washtenaw County
How many truck crashes happen in Sylvan Township, Washtenaw County?
Since 2015, 2,523 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Washtenaw County (755 injured, 49 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in Sylvan Township, Washtenaw County?
NHTSA data shows I-94 with 4 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Sylvan since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in Sylvan Township, Washtenaw County?
Truck crashes in Washtenaw County peak in September, with 9.9% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Sylvan Township, Washtenaw County?
Since 2015, Washtenaw County has reported 75 garbage-truck crashes, or 3.0% of its truck crashes.
How does Sylvan Township, Washtenaw County compare with Michigan for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 57.4 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Washtenaw County, vs 52.4 for Michigan.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in Sylvan Township, Washtenaw 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.