Dover Township, Fulton County, OH truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Dover Township, Fulton County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Dover Township, Fulton County and Fulton County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Fulton County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
6 of 682 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Fulton County compares with Ohio
Fulton County against Ohio and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Fulton County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Fulton County | Ohio | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 138.2 | 50.8 | 49.7 | 2.7× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.7 | 3.1 | 3.4 | 2.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.55 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.9% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 63% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 10.8% | 7.8% | 6.2% | 1.4× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.2% | 21.4% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.2% | 18.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.5% | 42.3% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 33.7% | 25.8% | 24.8% | 1.3× the state |
Compared with Ohio, Fulton County is lower on garbage-truck share. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
The headline for Fulton County: 6.7 deaths per 100 truck crashes, vs 3.1 in Ohio.
Overview
Police reported 682 crashes involving commercial trucks in Fulton County since 2015: 372 people were injured and 45 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 6 days.
With 4 truck crashes reported in Dover Township, Fulton County since 2015, this page uses Fulton County numbers for its patterns and comparisons.
When crashes happen
The worst month is February with 10.6% of truck crashes; the quietest is April at 5.3%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 43.5% of truck crashes, against 42.3% across Ohio.
By time of day, 12–1 am stands out with 8.4% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 10.8% of truck crashes, compared with 7.8% in Ohio.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-80 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (8). After it: US-20 (2), CR-M County Road M (1) and SR-108 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 6 crashes, 0.9% of the total, against 2.5% across Ohio.
Route planning tips for Dover Township, Fulton County fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Fulton County.
- Look at alternatives to I-80 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- 10.8% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Ohio; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Fulton County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-80 | 8 |
| US-20 | 2 |
| CR-M County Road M | 1 |
| SR-108 | 1 |
| SR-2 | 1 |
| US-20A | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Fulton County) |
|---|---|
| Ir 80 | 324 |
| US-20 | 88 |
| US-20A | 55 |
| SR-109 | 51 |
| SR-108 | 37 |
| SR-66 | 15 |
| SR-2 | 10 |
| Defiance St | 7 |
Dover Township, Fulton County at a glance
| Population | 1,576 |
| Land area | 21.4 sq mi |
| Density | 74 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 43567) | $70,417 |
| Median home value (ZIP 43567) | $189,556 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Fulton 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 | 33 | — | 1.7 |
| 2000s | 50 | +49% | 2.9 |
| 2010s | 58 | +18% | 1.9 |
| 2020s | 58 | -1% | 1.8 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 33 to 58. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 1.5 a year in 2016–19 and 1.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Dover Township, Fulton County
How common are truck crashes in Dover Township, Fulton County?
Since 2015, 682 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Fulton County (372 injured, 45 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in Dover Township, Fulton County?
Since 2015, I-80 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Dover: 8.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in Dover Township, Fulton County?
The worst month is February: 10.6% of truck crashes in Fulton County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in Dover Township, Fulton County?
Since 2015, Fulton County has reported 6 garbage-truck crashes, or 0.9% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in Dover Township, Fulton County compare with Ohio?
The yearly rate is 138.2 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Fulton County, vs 50.8 for Ohio.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in Dover Township, Fulton 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.