Nepeuskun, WI truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Nepeuskun: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Nepeuskun and Winnebago County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Winnebago County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
22 of 919 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Winnebago County compares with Wisconsin
Winnebago County against Wisconsin and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Winnebago County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Winnebago County | Wisconsin | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 45.1 | 42.6 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.2 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 35% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.57 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.2% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 19% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 13.9% | 13.4% | 6.2% | same |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 28.6% | 26.9% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.1% | 16.5% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 48.7% | 44.9% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 18.9% | 20.9% | 24.8% | 10% below the state |
Compared with Wisconsin, Winnebago County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and after dark. Where it is higher: injuries per crash, in rain, sleet or snow and winter months (nov–mar).
The headline for Winnebago County: February 12.0% of truck crashes happen in February, more than any other month.
Overview
Winnebago County has recorded 919 truck crashes since 2015, with 506 people injured and 22 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 5 days.
With 4 truck crashes reported in Nepeuskun since 2015, this page uses Winnebago County numbers for its patterns and comparisons.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 12.0% of the yearly total, while April has the fewest (6.0%).
November through March accounts for 48.7% of truck crashes here, compared with 44.9% in Wisconsin.
The busiest hour is 9–10 am, with 8.6% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 13.9% of truck crashes, compared with 13.4% in Wisconsin.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of Nepeuskun since 2015: 9th St Rd (1), CR-A (1), SR-44 (1), SR-49 (1) and SR-91 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 22 crashes, 2.4% of the total, against 2.7% across Wisconsin.
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in January (23%).
Route planning tips for Nepeuskun fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Winnebago County.
- Waste haulers: January is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Winnebago County.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
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 Winnebago County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| 9th St Rd | 1 |
| CR-A | 1 |
| SR-44 | 1 |
| SR-49 | 1 |
| SR-91 | 1 |
| Ts-Knott Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Winnebago County) |
|---|---|
| I-041 | 321 |
| Ush 010 | 67 |
| Ush 045 | 35 |
| Sth 076 | 26 |
| Sth 114 | 25 |
| Sth 026 | 24 |
| SR-041 | 23 |
| Sth 021 | 22 |
Nepeuskun at a glance
| Population | 723 |
| Land area | 31.6 sq mi |
| Density | 23 per sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 54980) | $31,711 |
| Median home value (ZIP 54980) | $195,482 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Winnebago 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 | 74 | — | 1.7 |
| 2000s | 86 | +16% | 2.1 |
| 2010s | 84 | -2% | 1.0 |
| 2020s | 71 | -15% | 1.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 74 a year in the 1990s and 71 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.2 a year in 2016–19, 1.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Nepeuskun
How many truck accidents are there in Nepeuskun?
Winnebago County has had 919 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 506 people and killing 22.
When do most truck crashes happen in Nepeuskun?
Truck crashes in Winnebago County peak in February, with 12.0% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in Nepeuskun?
22 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Winnebago County since 2015, 2.4% of all truck crashes.
How does Nepeuskun compare with Wisconsin for truck crashes?
Winnebago County records 45.1 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 42.6 across Wisconsin.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Nepeuskun?
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.