Yalobusha County, MS truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Yalobusha 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
4 of 153 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Yalobusha County compares with Mississippi
Yalobusha County against Mississippi and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Yalobusha County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Yalobusha County | Mississippi | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 103.6 | 65.0 | 49.7 | 1.6× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 7.0 | 5.1 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.44 | 0.54 | 0.49 | 19% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.1% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 1.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 4.9% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 2.9× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 15.5% | 23.7% | 23.7% | 35% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 7.0% | 12.5% | 13.8% | 44% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.5% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 30.3% | 24.0% | 24.8% | 1.3× the state |
Yalobusha County has lower values than Mississippi for injuries per crash, morning rush (6–10 am) and in rain, sleet or snow. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share.
What stands out in Yalobusha County: 4.9% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Mississippi: 1.7%).
Overview
Police reported 153 crashes involving commercial trucks in Yalobusha County since 2015: 67 people were injured and 11 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 28 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in February (13.1% of the year) and are lowest in September (5.2%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 41.5% of truck crashes, against 40.8% across Mississippi.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 9.8% of truck crashes.
4.9% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 1.7% across Mississippi.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-55 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (4). It is followed by SR-7 (3), CR-211 (1) and US-51 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 4 crashes, 2.6% of the total, against 1.6% across Mississippi.
Route planning tips for Yalobusha County fleets
- Build extra time into February routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use I-55, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 4.9% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Mississippi; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Yalobusha County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (in Yalobusha County) |
|---|---|
| I-55 | 4 |
| SR-7 | 3 |
| CR-211 | 1 |
| US-51 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Yalobusha County) |
|---|---|
| I-55 | 11 |
| SR-7 | 2 |
| Frostland Dr | 1 |
| Hwy 7 South | 1 |
| I 55 Off Ram | 1 |
| Ms Highway 7 | 1 |
| SR-25 | 1 |
| SR-32 | 1 |
Yalobusha County at a glance
| Population | 12,458 |
| Land area | 467.2 sq mi |
| Density | 27 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP average) | $49,355 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Yalobusha 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 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 7 | +9% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 11 | +54% | 0.5 |
| 2020s | 13 | +19% | 0.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 7 a year in the 1990s and 13 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 0.8 a year in 2016–19 and 0.8 a year in 2020–24.
Cities, towns & communities in Yalobusha County
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Questions fleets ask about Yalobusha County
How many truck crashes happen in Yalobusha County?
153 truck crashes have been reported in Yalobusha County since 2015, with 11 deaths and 67 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in Yalobusha County?
NHTSA data shows I-55 with 4 fatal large-truck crashes in Yalobusha County since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in Yalobusha County?
The worst month is February: 13.1% of truck crashes in Yalobusha County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Yalobusha County?
4 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Yalobusha County since 2015, 2.6% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in Yalobusha County compare with Mississippi?
Per 100,000 residents, Yalobusha County has 103.6 truck crashes a year; Mississippi has 65.0.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Yalobusha 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.