Republic, WA truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Republic: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Republic and Ferry County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Ferry County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
1 of 46 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Ferry County compares with Washington
Ferry County against Washington and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Ferry County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Ferry County | Washington | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 55.4 | 25.8 | 49.7 | 2.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.5 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.9× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.17 | 0.18 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 37.0% | 9.7% | 6.2% | 3.8× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 28.3% | 24.8% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 26.1% | 20.2% | 13.8% | 1.3× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.3% | 43.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 13.0% | 25.2% | 24.8% | 48% below the state |
Ferry County has lower values than Washington for after dark. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for Ferry County: 37.0% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Washington: 9.7%).
Overview
Police reported 46 crashes involving commercial trucks in Ferry County since 2015: 8 people were injured and 3 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 87 days.
With 42 truck crashes reported in Republic since 2015, this page uses Ferry County numbers for its patterns and comparisons.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in January (15.2% of the year) and are lowest in March (0.0%).
November through March accounts for 41.3% of truck crashes here, compared with 43.8% in Washington.
By time of day, 9–10 am stands out with 19.6% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 37.0% of truck crashes, compared with 9.7% in Washington.
Where crashes happen
Since 2015, fatal crashes with a large truck within 10 miles of Republic happened on SR-20 (1); no road leads clearly.
Garbage & waste trucks
1 crash involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.2% share (Washington: 2.2%).
Route planning tips for Republic fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Ferry County.
- 28.3% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Washington; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 37.0% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Washington; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Ferry County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-20 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Ferry County) |
|---|---|
| Sr-20*319.00 | 2 |
| Sr-395*241.90 | 2 |
| Sr-395*242.00 | 2 |
| Art Creel Rd/St Peters Creek Rd | 1 |
| Bridge Creek Road/Tinnell Road | 1 |
| Deadman Creek Rd/Hwy 395 | 1 |
| Deadman Crk Road/Sr-395 | 1 |
| Empire Creek Rd/Mcquiin Rd | 1 |
Republic at a glance
| Population | 1,020 |
| Land area | 1.4 sq mi |
| Density | 718 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 99166) | $56,676 |
| Median home value (ZIP 99166) | $268,499 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Ferry 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 | 4 | — | 0.2 |
| 2000s | 3 | -18% | 0.1 |
| 2010s | 4 | +30% | 0.2 |
| 2020s | 4 | -7% | 0.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 4 a year in the 1990s and 4 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.5 a year in 2016–19, 0.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Republic
How common are truck crashes in Republic?
46 truck crashes have been reported in Ferry County since 2015, with 3 deaths and 8 injuries.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Republic?
The worst month is January: 15.2% of truck crashes in Ferry County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in Republic?
1 crash involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Ferry County since 2015, 2.2% of all truck crashes.
How does Republic compare with Washington for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Ferry County has 55.4 truck crashes a year; Washington has 25.8.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Republic?
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.