Union Valley, TX truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Union Valley: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Union Valley and Rockwall County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Rockwall County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
10 of 1,068 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Rockwall County compares with Texas
Rockwall County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Rockwall County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Rockwall County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 64.3 | 62.9 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.6 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 12% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.43 | 0.58 | 0.49 | 26% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.9% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 15% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 1.1% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 31% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.5% | 22.6% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.4% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 1.1× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 36.2% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 11% below the state |
| After dark | 24.6% | 27.0% | 24.8% | 9% below the state |
Rockwall County has lower values than Texas for deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share. It runs above Texas on in rain, sleet or snow.
The headline for Union Valley: I-30 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of Union Valley: 15 since 2015.
Overview
Rockwall County has recorded 1,068 truck crashes since 2015, with 465 people injured and 35 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 4 days.
With 0 truck crashes reported in Union Valley since 2015, this page uses Rockwall County numbers for its patterns and comparisons.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in October (10.5% of the year) and are lowest in March (6.6%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 36.2% of truck crashes, vs 40.8% for Texas.
The busiest hour is 1–2 pm, with 7.4% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 1.1% 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 (15). It is followed by SR-34 (4), SR-276 (3) and Fm 1565 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 10 crashes, 0.9% of the total, against 1.1% across Texas.
Route planning tips for Union Valley fleets
- Review driver schedules for October, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use I-30, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 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 Rockwall County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-30 | 15 |
| SR-34 | 4 |
| SR-276 | 3 |
| Fm 1565 | 2 |
| Fm 1903 | 1 |
| SR-66 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Rockwall County) |
|---|---|
| I-30 | 98 |
| Sh 276 | 13 |
| E Interstate 30 | 13 |
| W Interstate 30 | 6 |
| Corporate Crossing | 5 |
| Fm 3549 | 5 |
| Ralph Hall Memorial Hwy | 5 |
| S Goliad St | 5 |
Union Valley at a glance
| Population | 511 |
| Land area | 2.7 sq mi |
| Density | 193 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 75189) | $117,125 |
| Median home value (ZIP 75189) | $353,739 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Rockwall 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 | 29 | — | 1.1 |
| 2000s | 39 | +36% | 1.5 |
| 2010s | 49 | +25% | 1.4 |
| 2020s | 109 | +122% | 2.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 29 a year in the 1990s and 109 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 2.0 a year in 2016–19, 2.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Union Valley
How many truck crashes happen in Union Valley?
Rockwall County has had 1,068 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 465 people and killing 35.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in Union Valley?
Since 2015, I-30 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Union Valley: 15.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in Union Valley?
Truck crashes in Rockwall County peak in October, with 10.5% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in Union Valley?
Garbage trucks were involved in 10 reported crashes in Rockwall County since 2015 (0.9% of truck crashes).
How does Union Valley compare with Texas for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Rockwall County has 64.3 truck crashes a year; Texas has 62.9.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in Union Valley?
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.