Acworth, NH truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Acworth: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Acworth and Sullivan County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Sullivan County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
2 of 127 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Sullivan County compares with New Hampshire
Sullivan County against New Hampshire and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Sullivan County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Sullivan County | New Hampshire | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 25.4 | 30.4 | 49.7 | 16% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 8.1 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 3.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.50 | 0.39 | 0.49 | 1.3× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.6% | 4.2% | 2.3% | 61% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 30.1% | 20.2% | 6.2% | 1.5× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 27.6% | 29.3% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 31.7% | 22.8% | 13.8% | 1.4× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 56.1% | 47.6% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 11.4% | 16.3% | 24.8% | 30% below the state |
Sullivan County sits below New Hampshire on crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and after dark. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
Sullivan County at a glance: 8.1 deaths for every 100 truck crashes, against 2.6 across New Hampshire.
Overview
Police reported 127 crashes involving commercial trucks in Sullivan County since 2015: 62 people were injured and 10 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 33 days.
With 4 truck crashes reported in Acworth since 2015, this page uses Sullivan County numbers for its patterns and comparisons.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in March (15.0% of the year) and are lowest in August (2.4%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 56.1% of truck crashes, against 47.6% across New Hampshire.
The busiest hour is 1–2 pm, with 11.0% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 30.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (New Hampshire: 20.2%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-12 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (3). Next come SR-123 (1) and Ts- 5 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 2 crashes, 1.6% of the total, against 4.2% across New Hampshire.
Route planning tips for Acworth fleets
- Build extra time into March routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to SR-12 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- With 30.1% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above New Hampshire), 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
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 Sullivan County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-12 | 3 |
| SR-123 | 1 |
| Ts- 5 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Sullivan County) |
|---|---|
| S Main St | 4 |
| Main St | 3 |
| Bellows Falls Rd | 2 |
| Ft S Of 89 N & 47.4 | 2 |
| Intersection Of 2Nd Nh Tpk & Nh Rt 10 | 2 |
| N Mm 40 | 2 |
| Sunapee St | 2 |
| Washington St | 2 |
Acworth at a glance
| Population | 892 |
| Land area | 38.8 sq mi |
| Density | 23 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 03607) | $84,306 |
| Median home value (ZIP 03607) | $271,892 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Sullivan 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 | 9 | — | 0.5 |
| 2000s | 10 | +11% | 0.4 |
| 2010s | 11 | +11% | 0.3 |
| 2020s | 13 | +20% | 0.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 9 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 large-truck crashes: 0.5 a year in 2016–19, 0.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Acworth
How common are truck crashes in Acworth?
127 truck crashes have been reported in Sullivan County since 2015, with 10 deaths and 62 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in Acworth?
Since 2015, SR-12 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Acworth: 3.
When do most truck crashes happen in Acworth?
The worst month is March: 15.0% of truck crashes in Sullivan County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Acworth?
Since 2015, Sullivan County has reported 2 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.6% of its truck crashes.
How does Acworth compare with New Hampshire for truck crashes?
Sullivan County records 25.4 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 30.4 across New Hampshire.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in Acworth?
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.