Culloden, WV truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes in Culloden: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes in Culloden and Cabell County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets. Patterns use Cabell County numbers.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
9 of 442 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Cabell County compares with West Virginia
Cabell County against West Virginia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Cabell County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Cabell County | West Virginia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 41.9 | 57.6 | 49.7 | 27% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.3 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 20% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.36 | 0.45 | 0.49 | 20% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.1% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.9× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 6.6% | 8.1% | 6.2% | 18% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.4% | 20.9% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 26.3% | 24.8% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.1% | 41.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 22.5% | 26.6% | 24.8% | 15% below the state |
Cabell County has lower values than West Virginia for crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. Where it is higher: garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
What stands out in Cabell County: 1 in 47 of truck crashes here involve garbage trucks: 2.1%, vs 1.1% in West Virginia.
Overview
Cabell County has recorded 442 truck crashes since 2015, with 156 people injured and 14 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 10 days in fully reported years.
Only 5 truck crashes were reported in Culloden since 2015; patterns below come from Cabell County as a whole.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in September (11.8% of the year) and are lowest in May (6.3%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 43.1% of truck crashes, against 41.7% across West Virginia.
The busiest hour is 8–9 am, with 8.8% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 6.6% of truck crashes, compared with 8.1% in West Virginia.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-64 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (6). Next come CR-3/03 (1), US-35 (1) and US-60 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 9 crashes, 2.0% of the total, against 1.1% across West Virginia.
Route planning tips for Culloden fleets
- Plan September schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Cabell County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-64; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 24.4% of truck crashes here, more than West Virginia; adjust start times where you can.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
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 Cabell County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-64 | 6 |
| CR-3/03 | 1 |
| US-35 | 1 |
| US-60 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Cabell County) |
|---|---|
| I-64 Mp 18 | 18 |
| I-64 Mp 15 | 13 |
| I-64 Mp 20 | 11 |
| I-64 | 9 |
| I-64 Mp 16 | 8 |
| I-64 Mp 6 | 8 |
| Us Rt 60 | 6 |
| I-64 Mp 23 | 5 |
Culloden at a glance
| Land area | 3.9 sq mi |
| Median household income (ZIP 25510) | $72,894 |
| Median home value (ZIP 25510) | $175,831 |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Cabell 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 | 10 | — | 1.5 |
| 2000s | 40 | +282% | 1.5 |
| 2010s | 38 | -4% | 1.3 |
| 2020s | 41 | +8% | 1.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 10 a year in the 1990s and 41 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 1.8 a year in 2016–19 and 1.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby places
Questions fleets ask about Culloden
How many truck crashes happen in Culloden?
442 truck crashes have been reported in Cabell County since 2015, with 14 deaths and 156 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in Culloden?
Since 2015, I-64 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of Culloden: 6.
Which month has the most truck crashes in Culloden?
Truck crashes in Cabell County peak in September, with 11.8% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in Culloden?
9 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Cabell County since 2015, 2.0% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in Culloden compare with West Virginia?
Per 100,000 residents, Cabell County has 41.9 truck crashes a year; West Virginia has 57.6.
How can I plan a safer truck route in Culloden?
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.