Dodge County, NE truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Dodge 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
6 of 304 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Dodge County compares with Nebraska
Dodge County against Nebraska and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Dodge County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Dodge County | Nebraska | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 69.1 | 60.7 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 7.6 | 4.8 | 3.4 | 1.6× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.69 | 0.57 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.3% | 1.1× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 11.8% | 16.7% | 6.2% | 29% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.5% | 22.4% | 23.7% | 9% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.4% | 20.4% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.0% | 42.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 20.8% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 15% below the state |
Compared with Nebraska, Dodge County is lower on on snow, slush or ice, morning rush (6–10 am) and after dark. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
Dodge County at a glance: US-77 6 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road in Dodge County.
Overview
Dodge County has recorded 304 truck crashes since 2015, with 205 people injured and 23 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 14 days.
When crashes happen
October has the most truck crashes, 12.8% of the yearly total, while March has the fewest (5.9%).
November through March accounts for 41.0% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.7% in Nebraska.
More truck crashes happen at 1–2 pm than at any other hour (8.9%).
Road surface: 11.8% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Nebraska: 16.7%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks in Dodge County is US-77, with 6 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. Next come US-30 (4), SR-91 (2) and US-275 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 6 of the truck crashes here, or 2.0%, compared with 1.8% in Nebraska.
Route planning tips for Dodge County fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Dodge County.
- Look at alternatives to US-77 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- 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 Dodge County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (in Dodge County) |
|---|---|
| US-77 | 6 |
| US-30 | 4 |
| SR-91 | 2 |
| US-275 | 2 |
| CR-COUNTY Road Q | 1 |
| CR-OLD Hwy 275 | 1 |
| Mu-W 23rd St | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Dodge County) |
|---|---|
| US-30 | 21 |
| US-77 | 14 |
| US-275 | 13 |
| SR-77 | 7 |
| SR-30 | 6 |
| 030 /424.380/Us30 & 23Rd St | 4 |
| 077 /120.160/Us77 & Cr "P"-Sw Of Nickerson | 4 |
| 030 /413.680/Us30 At Cr 10-E Of North Bend | 3 |
Dodge County at a glance
| Population | 37,884 |
| Land area | 528.8 sq mi |
| Density | 72 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP average) | $75,034 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Dodge 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 | 25 | — | 1.6 |
| 2000s | 22 | -9% | 0.8 |
| 2010s | 26 | +17% | 1.1 |
| 2020s | 26 | -1% | 2.2 |
In the 1990s about 25 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 26. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.0 a year in 2016–19, 2.2 a year in 2020–24.
Cities, towns & communities in Dodge County
ZIP codes in Dodge County
Nearby counties
Questions fleets ask about Dodge County
How many truck crashes happen in Dodge County?
304 truck crashes have been reported in Dodge County since 2015, with 23 deaths and 205 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in Dodge County?
US-77 had 6 fatal crashes involving a large truck in Dodge County since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Dodge County?
The worst month is October: 12.8% of truck crashes in Dodge County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in Dodge County?
Since 2015, Dodge County has reported 6 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.0% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in Dodge County compared with Nebraska?
Dodge County records 69.1 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 60.7 across Nebraska.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in Dodge 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.