Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County, WI truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County and Fond du Lac County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Fond du Lac County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
18 of 539 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Fond du Lac County compares with Wisconsin
Fond du Lac County against Wisconsin and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Fond du Lac County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Fond du Lac County | Wisconsin | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 43.9 | 42.6 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.4 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.6× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.41 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 11% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 14.1% | 13.4% | 6.2% | same |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 21.8% | 26.9% | 23.7% | 19% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 14.5% | 16.5% | 13.8% | 12% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 44.4% | 44.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 21.6% | 20.9% | 24.8% | same |
Fond du Lac County sits below Wisconsin on injuries per crash, morning rush (6–10 am) and in rain, sleet or snow. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share.
What stands out in Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County: SR-26 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of Springvale: 3 since 2015.
Overview
Fond du Lac County has recorded 539 truck crashes since 2015, with 217 people injured and 27 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 8 days in fully reported years.
With 19 truck crashes reported in Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County since 2015, this page uses Fond du Lac County numbers for its patterns and comparisons.
When crashes happen
The worst month is September with 11.3% of truck crashes; the quietest is April at 5.2%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 44.4% of truck crashes, vs 44.9% for Wisconsin.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 8.9% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 14.1% of truck crashes, compared with 13.4% in Wisconsin.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-26 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (3). After it: I-41 (1), SR-23 (1) and US-151 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
18 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 3.3% share (Wisconsin: 2.7%).
Route planning tips for Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County fleets
- Plan September schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Fond du Lac County.
- Where you can, review stops along SR-26; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Fond du Lac County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-26 | 3 |
| I-41 | 1 |
| SR-23 | 1 |
| US-151 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Fond du Lac County) |
|---|---|
| I-041 | 152 |
| Sth 023 | 46 |
| Sth 026 | 45 |
| Ush 151 | 35 |
| Ush 045 | 19 |
| Parking Lot | 11 |
| Cth B | 9 |
| Cth | 8 |
Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County at a glance
| Population | 673 |
| Land area | 35.8 sq mi |
| Density | 19 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 54974) | $97,222 |
| Median home value (ZIP 54974) | $264,016 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Fond du Lac 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 | 54 | — | 2.2 |
| 2000s | 54 | +1% | 2.0 |
| 2010s | 40 | -26% | 1.6 |
| 2020s | 48 | +18% | 2.2 |
In the 1990s about 54 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 48. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 1.5 a year in 2016–19 and 2.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County
How many truck accidents are there in Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County?
Fond du Lac County has had 539 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 217 people and killing 27.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County?
NHTSA data shows SR-26 with 3 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Springvale since 2015, the highest of any road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County?
Truck crashes in Fond du Lac County peak in September, with 11.3% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County?
Since 2015, Fond du Lac County has reported 18 garbage-truck crashes, or 3.3% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County compare with Wisconsin?
The yearly rate is 43.9 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Fond du Lac County, vs 42.6 for Wisconsin.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in Springvale Town, Fond du Lac County?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.