Midlothian, TX truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Midlothian: 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
2 of 313 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Midlothian compares with Texas
Midlothian against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Midlothian stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Midlothian | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 60.8 | 62.9 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.7 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 10% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.54 | 0.58 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.7% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 38% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 1.4% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 18% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.1% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 23.1% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 2.0× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 49.1% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 26.4% | 27.0% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Texas, Midlothian is lower on deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. Where it is higher: morning rush (6–10 am), in rain, sleet or snow and winter months (nov–mar).
The headline for Midlothian: 23.1% of truck crashes happen in rain, sleet or snow, vs 11.3% in Texas.
Overview
Midlothian has recorded 313 truck crashes since 2015, with 171 people injured and 11 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 14 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in February (12.8% of the year) and are lowest in July (6.1%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 49.1% of truck crashes, against 40.8% across Texas.
By time of day, 1–2 pm stands out with 8.3% of truck crashes.
1.4% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 1.7% across Texas.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-287 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (10). Next come US-67 (8), I-35 (2) and Fm 1446 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 2 of the truck crashes here, or 0.6%, compared with 1.1% in Texas.
Route planning tips for Midlothian fleets
- Review driver schedules for February, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Where you can, review stops along US-287; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 26.1% of truck crashes here, more than Texas; adjust start times where you can.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Midlothian
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-287 | 10 |
| US-67 | 8 |
| I-35 | 2 |
| Fm 1446 | 1 |
| Fm 664 Ovilla Rd | 1 |
| I-35E | 1 |
| US-77 | 1 |
| Us-67Ramp | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Midlothian) |
|---|---|
| US-287 | 10 |
| Ward Rd | 6 |
| Gifco Rd | 6 |
| E 3000 Us Hwy 287 Hwy | 4 |
| US-67 | 4 |
| Fm 1387 | 3 |
| N 1200 Us 67 Hwy | 3 |
| E 4000 287 Hwy | 3 |
Midlothian at a glance
| Population | 44,104 |
| Land area | 63.7 sq mi |
| Density | 692 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 76065) | $127,756 |
| Median home value (ZIP 76065) | $419,660 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Midlothian 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 | 16 | — | 3.9 |
| 2000s | 0 | -100% | 3.9 |
| 2010s | 14 | -12% | 4.2 |
| 2020s | 31 | +125% | 7.8 |
In the 1990s about 16 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 31. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 5.0 a year in 2016–19, 7.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Midlothian
How many truck accidents are there in Midlothian?
Since 2015, 313 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Midlothian (171 injured, 11 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in Midlothian?
Since 2015, US-287 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Midlothian: 10.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Midlothian?
The worst month is February: 12.8% of truck crashes in Midlothian happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Midlothian?
2 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Midlothian since 2015, 0.6% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in Midlothian compared with Texas?
Midlothian records 60.8 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 62.9 across Texas.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in Midlothian?
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.