Unicoi County, TN truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Unicoi 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
0 of 103 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Unicoi County compares with Tennessee
Unicoi County against Tennessee and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Unicoi County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Unicoi County | Tennessee | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 45.3 | 60.1 | 49.7 | 25% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.4 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 13% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.28 | 0.48 | 0.49 | 42% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.0% | 1.9% | 2.3% | 100% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 11.2% | 2.3% | 6.2% | 4.8× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 29.2% | 21.8% | 23.7% | 1.3× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.2% | 14.9% | 13.8% | 25% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 51.7% | 40.5% | 41.9% | 1.3× the state |
| After dark | 25.8% | 25.9% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Tennessee, Unicoi County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. It stands out for higher on snow, slush or ice, morning rush (6–10 am) and winter months (nov–mar).
What stands out in Unicoi County: 11.2% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 2.3% across Tennessee.
Overview
Unicoi County has recorded 103 truck crashes since 2015, with 30 people injured and 3 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 45 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 13.6% of the yearly total, while April has the fewest (3.9%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 51.7% of truck crashes, vs 40.5% for Tennessee.
The busiest hour is 11 am–12 pm, with 10.7% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 11.2% of truck crashes, compared with 2.3% in Tennessee.
Where crashes happen
Since 2015, fatal crashes with a large truck in Unicoi County happened on I-26 (2); no road leads clearly.
Garbage & waste trucks
No crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Unicoi County since 2015.
Route planning tips for Unicoi County fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Unicoi County.
- Morning starts matter: 29.2% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Tennessee.
- With 11.2% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Tennessee), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 Unicoi County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (in Unicoi County) |
|---|---|
| I-26 | 2 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Unicoi County) |
|---|---|
| I-26 | 66 |
| Jonesborough Rd | 3 |
| Rock Creek Rd | 3 |
| Unicoi Dr | 3 |
| Jackson Love Hwy | 2 |
| N Main Ave | 2 |
| SR-107 | 2 |
| SR-352 | 2 |
Unicoi County at a glance
| Population | 17,872 |
| Land area | 186.1 sq mi |
| Density | 96 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP average) | $52,671 |
Historical data: truck crashes in Unicoi 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 | 2 | — | 0.2 |
| 2000s | 5 | +194% | 0.0 |
| 2010s | 7 | +47% | 0.2 |
| 2020s | 11 | +48% | 0.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 2 a year in the 1990s and 11 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 0.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Cities, towns & communities in Unicoi County
ZIP codes in Unicoi County
Nearby counties
Questions fleets ask about Unicoi County
How many truck accidents are there in Unicoi County?
Since 2015, 103 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Unicoi County (30 injured, 3 killed).
Which month has the most truck crashes in Unicoi County?
Truck crashes in Unicoi County peak in February, with 13.6% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in Unicoi County?
Garbage trucks were involved in 0 reported crashes in Unicoi County since 2015 (0.0% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in Unicoi County compared with Tennessee?
Per 100,000 residents, Unicoi County has 45.3 truck crashes a year; Tennessee has 60.1.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in Unicoi 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.