Centerville, WI truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Centerville: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Centerville and Manitowoc County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Manitowoc County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
15 of 403 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Manitowoc County compares with Wisconsin
Manitowoc County against Wisconsin and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Manitowoc County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Manitowoc County | Wisconsin | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 41.6 | 42.6 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.6 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.44 | 0.46 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 4.0% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.5× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 22.0% | 13.4% | 6.2% | 1.6× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 31.4% | 26.9% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 18.8% | 16.5% | 13.8% | 1.1× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 47.7% | 44.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 15.0% | 20.9% | 24.8% | 28% below the state |
Manitowoc County has lower values than Wisconsin for after dark. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
Manitowoc County at a glance: 22.0% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Wisconsin: 13.4%).
Overview
Police reported 403 crashes involving commercial trucks in Manitowoc County since 2015: 172 people were injured and 18 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 11 days.
Only 33 truck crashes were reported in Centerville since 2015; patterns below come from Manitowoc County as a whole.
When crashes happen
January has the most truck crashes, 12.7% of the yearly total, while April has the fewest (6.2%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 47.7% of truck crashes, vs 44.9% for Wisconsin.
The busiest hour is 1–2 pm, with 10.4% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 22.0% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Wisconsin: 13.4%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-151 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (2). It is followed by CR-A (1), CR-CR (1) and CR-F (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 15 crashes, 3.7% of the total, against 2.7% across Wisconsin.
Route planning tips for Centerville fleets
- Review driver schedules for January, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use US-151, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 31.4% of truck crashes here, more than Wisconsin; adjust start times where you can.
- With 22.0% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Wisconsin), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 Manitowoc County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-151 | 2 |
| CR-A | 1 |
| CR-CR | 1 |
| CR-F | 1 |
| CR-M | 1 |
| SR-42 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Manitowoc County) |
|---|---|
| I-043 | 111 |
| Ush 151 | 30 |
| Ush 010 | 16 |
| Sth 042 | 14 |
| Cth | 12 |
| Sth 032 | 8 |
| Cth K | 7 |
| Cth C | 7 |
Centerville at a glance
| Population | 637 |
| Land area | 23.7 sq mi |
| Density | 27 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 53063) | $100,000 |
| Median home value (ZIP 53063) | $259,764 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Manitowoc 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 | 43 | — | 1.6 |
| 2000s | 36 | -16% | 1.6 |
| 2010s | 35 | -1% | 1.1 |
| 2020s | 31 | -11% | 1.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 43 a year in the 1990s and 31 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 1.2 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Centerville
How common are truck crashes in Centerville?
403 truck crashes have been reported in Manitowoc County since 2015, with 18 deaths and 172 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in Centerville?
US-151 had 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of Centerville since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in Centerville?
January has the most truck crashes in Manitowoc County, 12.7% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in Centerville?
Garbage trucks were involved in 15 reported crashes in Manitowoc County since 2015 (3.7% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in Centerville compare with Wisconsin?
Per 100,000 residents, Manitowoc County has 41.6 truck crashes a year; Wisconsin has 42.6.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Centerville?
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.