Mesquite, Dallas County, TX truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Mesquite, Dallas 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
6 of 704 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Mesquite, Dallas County compares with Texas
Mesquite, Dallas County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Mesquite, Dallas County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Mesquite, Dallas County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 39.7 | 62.9 | 49.7 | 37% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.8 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 7% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.72 | 0.58 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.9% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 17% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.6% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 63% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 21.8% | 22.6% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.7% | 11.3% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 36.9% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 10% below the state |
| After dark | 34.4% | 27.0% | 24.8% | 1.3× the state |
Mesquite, Dallas County has lower values than Texas for crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share. It runs above Texas on injuries per crash and after dark.
What stands out in Mesquite, Dallas County: 1.7× yearly fatal truck crashes within 15 miles of Mesquite: 14.8 in 2016–19, 24.8 in 2020–24.
Overview
Mesquite, Dallas County has recorded 704 truck crashes since 2015, with 498 people injured and 27 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 6 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is October with 10.5% of truck crashes; the quietest is February at 4.4%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 36.9% of truck crashes, against 40.8% across Texas.
By time of day, 1–2 pm stands out with 7.2% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.6% of truck crashes, compared with 1.7% in Texas.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-30 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (40). After it: I-45 (24), I-635 (23) and I-20 (21).
Garbage & waste trucks
6 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 0.9% share (Texas: 1.1%).
Route planning tips for Mesquite, Dallas County fleets
- Build extra time into October routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Where you can, review stops along I-30; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
Crash counts come from the FMCSA crash file (police-reported crashes involving trucks over 10,000 lb); fatal-crash locations come from NHTSA FARS. Text on this page states only what these numbers show.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Mesquite, Dallas County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 15 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-30 | 40 |
| I-45 | 24 |
| I-635 | 23 |
| I-20 | 21 |
| SR-310 | 10 |
| I-35 | 9 |
| US-80 | 8 |
| US-175 | 4 |
| US-75 | 4 |
| I-345 | 3 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Mesquite, Dallas County) |
|---|---|
| I-30 | 37 |
| US-80 | 13 |
| I-635 | 10 |
| Military Pkwy | 8 |
| Big Town Blvd | 7 |
| Samuell Blvd | 7 |
| Lawson Rd | 7 |
| I-20 | 6 |
Mesquite, Dallas County at a glance
| Population | 150,140 |
| Land area | 49.1 sq mi |
| Density | 3,058 per sq mi |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Mesquite, Dallas 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 | 58 | — | 17.0 |
| 2000s | 0 | -100% | 19.5 |
| 2010s | 30 | -48% | 20.0 |
| 2020s | 67 | +121% | 38.6 |
In the 1990s about 58 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 67. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 26.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 38.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Mesquite, Dallas County
How many truck crashes happen in Mesquite, Dallas County?
Mesquite, Dallas County has had 704 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 498 people and killing 27.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in Mesquite, Dallas County?
Since 2015, I-30 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 15 miles of Mesquite: 40.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Mesquite, Dallas County?
The worst month is October: 10.5% of truck crashes in Mesquite, Dallas County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in Mesquite, Dallas County?
Since 2015, Mesquite, Dallas County has reported 6 garbage-truck crashes, or 0.9% of its truck crashes.
How does Mesquite, Dallas County compare with Texas for truck crashes?
Mesquite, Dallas County records 39.7 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 62.9 across Texas.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in Mesquite, Dallas 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.