Oktibbeha County, MS truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Oktibbeha 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
1 of 148 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Oktibbeha County compares with Mississippi
Oktibbeha County against Mississippi and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Oktibbeha County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Oktibbeha County | Mississippi | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 23.8 | 65.0 | 49.7 | 63% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.7 | 5.1 | 3.4 | 27% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.67 | 0.54 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.7% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 54% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.9% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 1.7× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 37.5% | 23.7% | 23.7% | 1.6× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 5.1% | 12.5% | 13.8% | 59% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 48.5% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 12.5% | 24.0% | 24.8% | 48% below the state |
Oktibbeha County sits below Mississippi on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share. Where it is higher: injuries per crash, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am).
What stands out in Oktibbeha County: 2.9% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 1.7% across Mississippi.
Overview
Oktibbeha County has recorded 148 truck crashes since 2015, with 96 people injured and 5 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 30 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 11.5% of the yearly total, while April has the fewest (4.7%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 48.5% of truck crashes, vs 40.8% for Mississippi.
More truck crashes happen at 7–8 am than at any other hour (13.5%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 2.9% of truck crashes, compared with 1.7% in Mississippi.
Where crashes happen
Since 2015, fatal crashes with a large truck in Oktibbeha County happened on US-82 (2), SR-25 (1) and W Garrard Rd (1); no road leads clearly.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 1 crash, 0.7% of the total, against 1.6% across Mississippi.
Route planning tips for Oktibbeha County fleets
- Build extra time into February routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Morning starts matter: 37.5% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Mississippi.
- With 2.9% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Mississippi), plan winter equipment checks early.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
Crash counts come from the FMCSA crash file (police-reported crashes involving trucks over 10,000 lb); fatal-crash locations come from NHTSA FARS. Text on this page states only what these numbers show.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Oktibbeha County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (in Oktibbeha County) |
|---|---|
| US-82 | 2 |
| SR-25 | 1 |
| W Garrard Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Oktibbeha County) |
|---|---|
| US-82 | 10 |
| Ms 182 | 3 |
| Craig Springs Road | 2 |
| Ms 12 | 2 |
| Ms Highway 12 | 2 |
| Old Hwy 25 | 2 |
| Old Mayhew Road | 2 |
| Russell Street | 2 |
Oktibbeha County at a glance
| Population | 51,965 |
| Land area | 458.2 sq mi |
| Density | 113 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP average) | $47,194 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Oktibbeha 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 | — | 0.5 |
| 2000s | 13 | +91% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 11 | -17% | 0.5 |
| 2020s | 12 | +12% | 0.6 |
In the 1990s about 7 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 12. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.0 a year in 2016–19, 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Cities, towns & communities in Oktibbeha County
ZIP codes in Oktibbeha County
Nearby counties
Questions fleets ask about Oktibbeha County
How many truck accidents are there in Oktibbeha County?
Since 2015, 148 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Oktibbeha County (96 injured, 5 killed).
What is the worst month for truck crashes in Oktibbeha County?
February has the most truck crashes in Oktibbeha County, 11.5% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in Oktibbeha County?
1 crash involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Oktibbeha County since 2015, 0.7% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in Oktibbeha County compare with Mississippi?
The yearly rate is 23.8 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Oktibbeha County, vs 65.0 for Mississippi.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in Oktibbeha 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.