Clemson University, SC truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Clemson University: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Clemson University and Pickens County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Pickens County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
7 of 270 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Pickens County compares with South Carolina
Pickens County against South Carolina and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Pickens County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Pickens County | South Carolina | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 16.2 | 61.6 | 49.7 | 74% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 7.3 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 1.9× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.51 | 0.64 | 0.49 | 20% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.8% | 2.1% | 2.3% | 1.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.0% | 0.4% | 6.2% | 100% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 27.5% | 24.0% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.7% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 15% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.9% | 40.5% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 11.3% | 21.5% | 24.8% | 47% below the state |
Pickens County has lower values than South Carolina for crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for Pickens County: 7.3 deaths for every 100 truck crashes, against 3.9 across South Carolina.
Overview
Since 2015, 270 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Pickens County. They injured 132 people and killed 18.
That averages about one truck crash every 16 days in fully reported years.
With 0 truck crashes reported in Clemson University since 2015, this page uses Pickens County numbers for its patterns and comparisons.
When crashes happen
The worst month is December with 10.4% of truck crashes; the quietest is November at 5.6%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 40.9% of truck crashes, vs 40.5% for South Carolina.
More truck crashes happen at 3–4 pm than at any other hour (10.0%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.0% of truck crashes, compared with 0.4% in South Carolina.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-85 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (4). Next come US-123 (2), US-76 (2) and CR-S Townville Street (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
7 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.6% share (South Carolina: 2.1%).
Route planning tips for Clemson University fleets
- Plan December schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Pickens County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-85; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Morning starts matter: 27.5% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than South Carolina.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
About the data
Sources: the FMCSA crash file for all reported truck crashes and NHTSA FARS for fatal crashes with a large truck. Every statement here comes straight from those numbers.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Pickens County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-85 | 4 |
| US-123 | 2 |
| US-76 | 2 |
| CR-S Townville Street | 1 |
| SR-130 | 1 |
| SR-24 | 1 |
| SR-395 | 1 |
| SR-59 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Pickens County) |
|---|---|
| US-123 | 8 |
| Farrs Bridge Rd | 8 |
| Walhalla Hwy | 7 |
| Calhoun Mem Hwy | 6 |
| Old Liberty Rd | 5 |
| Moorefield Mem Hwy | 5 |
| Liberty Hwy | 4 |
| Pine Grove Church Rd | 4 |
Clemson University at a glance
| Land area | 2.1 sq mi |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Pickens 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 | 38 | — | 1.2 |
| 2000s | 24 | -37% | 0.8 |
| 2010s | 21 | -11% | 0.8 |
| 2020s | 23 | +7% | 1.6 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 38 to 23. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.8 a year in 2016–19, 1.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Clemson University
How many truck accidents are there in Clemson University?
270 truck crashes have been reported in Pickens County since 2015, with 18 deaths and 132 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in Clemson University?
NHTSA data shows I-85 with 4 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Clemson University since 2015, the highest of any road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Clemson University?
Truck crashes in Pickens County peak in December, with 10.4% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in Clemson University?
7 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Pickens County since 2015, 2.6% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in Clemson University compare with South Carolina?
Pickens County records 16.2 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 61.6 across South Carolina.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Clemson University?
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.