Hamilton, TX truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Hamilton: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Hamilton and Hamilton County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Hamilton County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
0 of 149 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Hamilton County compares with Texas
Hamilton County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Hamilton County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Hamilton County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 149.3 | 62.9 | 49.7 | 2.4× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 10.6 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 2.6× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.57 | 0.58 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.0% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 100% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 3.5% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 2.1× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.9% | 22.6% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.9% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 12% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 36.6% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 10% below the state |
| After dark | 24.6% | 27.0% | 24.8% | 9% below the state |
Hamilton County has lower values than Texas for garbage-truck share, in rain, sleet or snow and winter months (nov–mar). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Hamilton County: 3.5% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 1.7% in Texas.
Overview
Hamilton County has recorded 149 truck crashes since 2015, with 83 people injured and 15 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 28 days.
Only 0 truck crashes were reported in Hamilton since 2015; patterns below come from Hamilton County as a whole.
When crashes happen
The worst month is July with 13.4% of truck crashes; the quietest is August at 4.7%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 36.6% of truck crashes, vs 40.8% for Texas.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 10.1% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 3.5% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Texas: 1.7%).
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of Hamilton since 2015: SR-36 (2) and US-281 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
No crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Hamilton County since 2015.
Route planning tips for Hamilton fleets
- Plan July schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Hamilton County.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 3.5% of truck crashes here, more than Texas; schedule winter checks early.
- 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 Hamilton County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-36 | 2 |
| US-281 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Hamilton County) |
|---|---|
| 2Nd St | 2 |
| N 100 Rice St | 2 |
| Sh 36 | 2 |
| W 4000 36 Hwy | 2 |
| County Road 221 | 1 |
| E 100 Main St | 1 |
| E 100 State 22 Hwy | 1 |
| E 1000 Main St | 1 |
Hamilton at a glance
| Population | 3,005 |
| Land area | 3.5 sq mi |
| Density | 867 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 76531) | $49,100 |
| Median home value (ZIP 76531) | $129,223 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Hamilton 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 | 5 | — | 0.4 |
| 2000s | 8 | +53% | 0.8 |
| 2010s | 10 | +25% | 0.5 |
| 2020s | 14 | +40% | 0.6 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 5 to 14. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.2 a year in 2016–19, 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Hamilton
How common are truck crashes in Hamilton?
Hamilton County has had 149 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 83 people and killing 15.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Hamilton?
July has the most truck crashes in Hamilton County, 13.4% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in Hamilton?
Garbage trucks were involved in 0 reported crashes in Hamilton County since 2015 (0.0% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in Hamilton compare with Texas?
Per 100,000 residents, Hamilton County has 149.3 truck crashes a year; Texas has 62.9.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in Hamilton?
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.