Guadalupe County, NM truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Guadalupe 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 927 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Guadalupe County compares with New Mexico
Guadalupe County against New Mexico and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Guadalupe County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Guadalupe County | New Mexico | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 1,865.9 | 45.6 | 49.7 | 40.9× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 10.4 | 9.5 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 1.07 | 0.56 | 0.49 | 1.9× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.1% | 0.4% | 2.3% | 76% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 34.1% | 12.1% | 6.2% | 2.8× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 28.0% | 22.8% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 21.1% | 11.7% | 13.8% | 1.8× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 59.1% | 46.8% | 41.9% | 1.3× the state |
| After dark | 30.3% | 30.2% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with New Mexico, Guadalupe County is lower on garbage-truck share. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
What stands out in Guadalupe County: 34.1% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 12.1% across New Mexico.
Overview
Police reported 927 crashes involving commercial trucks in Guadalupe County since 2015: 978 people were injured and 95 were killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 4 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 15.2% of the yearly total, while May has the fewest (4.3%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 59.1% of truck crashes, vs 46.8% for New Mexico.
The busiest hour is 9–10 am, with 10.6% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 34.1% of truck crashes, compared with 12.1% in New Mexico.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-40 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (20). It is followed by US-54 (4), US-60 (2) and US-84 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 1 crash, 0.1% of the total, against 0.4% across New Mexico.
Route planning tips for Guadalupe County fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Guadalupe County.
- Check whether your routes use I-40, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 28.0% of truck crashes here, more than New Mexico; adjust start times where you can.
- With 34.1% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above New Mexico), 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 Guadalupe County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (in Guadalupe County) |
|---|---|
| I-40 | 20 |
| US-54 | 4 |
| US-60 | 2 |
| US-84 | 2 |
| None | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Guadalupe County) |
|---|---|
| I-40 | 287 |
| I40 Nb Off Ramp | 33 |
| I40 Wb On Ramp | 14 |
| Interstate 40 Mp 271 & | 13 |
| US-54 | 12 |
| I40 Eb Off Ramp | 10 |
| I 40 West Bd Fw | 9 |
| I40 Wb Off Ramp | 9 |
Guadalupe County at a glance
| Population | 4,385 |
| Land area | 3,029.8 sq mi |
| Density | 1 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP average) | $49,648 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Guadalupe 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 | 22 | — | 1.3 |
| 2000s | 17 | -24% | 2.3 |
| 2010s | 43 | +150% | 2.2 |
| 2020s | 97 | +126% | 3.2 |
In the 1990s about 22 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 97. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 3.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 3.2 a year in 2020–24.
Cities, towns & communities in Guadalupe County
ZIP codes in Guadalupe County
Nearby counties
Questions fleets ask about Guadalupe County
How many truck accidents are there in Guadalupe County?
Guadalupe County has had 927 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 978 people and killing 95.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in Guadalupe County?
Since 2015, I-40 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes in Guadalupe County: 20.
When do most truck crashes happen in Guadalupe County?
February has the most truck crashes in Guadalupe County, 15.2% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Guadalupe County?
Since 2015, Guadalupe County has reported 1 garbage-truck crash, or 0.1% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in Guadalupe County compared with New Mexico?
Per 100,000 residents, Guadalupe County has 1,865.9 truck crashes a year; New Mexico has 45.6.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in Guadalupe County?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.