Greenwood Township, Perry County, PA truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Greenwood Township, Perry County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Greenwood Township, Perry County and Perry County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Perry County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
11 of 326 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Perry County compares with Pennsylvania
Perry County against Pennsylvania and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Perry County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Perry County | Pennsylvania | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 58.6 | 57.2 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.6 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.45 | 0.47 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.6% | 3.6% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 9.6% | 9.1% | 6.2% | same |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 21.2% | 24.5% | 23.7% | 14% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 20.9% | 19.0% | 13.8% | 1.1× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 49.0% | 42.7% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 29.8% | 24.2% | 24.8% | 1.2× the state |
Perry County has lower values than Pennsylvania for morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, in rain, sleet or snow and winter months (nov–mar).
Greenwood Township, Perry County at a glance: US-11 3 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of Greenwood.
Overview
Police reported 326 crashes involving commercial trucks in Perry County since 2015: 142 people were injured and 12 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 13 days.
Only 20 truck crashes were reported in Greenwood Township, Perry County since 2015; patterns below come from Perry County as a whole.
When crashes happen
The worst month is December with 12.6% of truck crashes; the quietest is April at 5.5%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 49.0% of truck crashes, vs 42.7% for Pennsylvania.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 8.6% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 9.6% of truck crashes, compared with 9.1% in Pennsylvania.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-11 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (3). It is followed by SR-0035 (1), SR-11 (1) and SR-25 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
11 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 3.4% share (Pennsylvania: 3.6%).
Route planning tips for Greenwood Township, Perry County fleets
- Plan December schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Perry County.
- Where you can, review stops along US-11; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- 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 Perry County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-11 | 3 |
| SR-0035 | 1 |
| SR-11 | 1 |
| SR-25 | 1 |
| SR-3002 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Perry County) |
|---|---|
| SR-0011 | 125 |
| SR-0022 | 87 |
| SR-0034 | 26 |
| SR-0850 | 12 |
| SR-0074 | 10 |
| SR-0017 | 9 |
| Susquehanna Tr | 7 |
| SR-0274 | 6 |
Greenwood Township, Perry County at a glance
| Population | 1,061 |
| Land area | 25.1 sq mi |
| Density | 42 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 17062) | $90,893 |
| Median home value (ZIP 17062) | $233,319 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Perry 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 | 31 | — | 1.6 |
| 2000s | 28 | -11% | 1.9 |
| 2010s | 24 | -14% | 1.7 |
| 2020s | 28 | +18% | 0.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 31 a year in the 1990s and 28 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 1.5 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 0.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Greenwood Township, Perry County
How many truck crashes happen in Greenwood Township, Perry County?
Since 2015, 326 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Perry County (142 injured, 12 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in Greenwood Township, Perry County?
Since 2015, US-11 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Greenwood: 3.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Greenwood Township, Perry County?
December has the most truck crashes in Perry County, 12.6% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in Greenwood Township, Perry County?
Since 2015, Perry County has reported 11 garbage-truck crashes, or 3.4% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in Greenwood Township, Perry County compare with Pennsylvania?
Perry County records 58.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 57.2 across Pennsylvania.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in Greenwood Township, Perry 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.