ZIP 01096 (Williamsburg, MA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 01096: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Hampshire County, dangerous roads, seasonality and route safety data for fleets.
Where fatal truck crashes happened
Risk scorecard
Key findings
Snapshot
Crashes by month
Garbage trucks vs all trucks
17 of 234 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Hampshire County compares with Massachusetts
Hampshire County against Massachusetts and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Hampshire County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Hampshire County | Massachusetts | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 12.3 | 22.9 | 49.7 | 46% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.8 | 2.0 | 3.4 | 10% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.35 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 24% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 7.6% | 5.3% | 2.3% | 1.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 10.3% | 6.6% | 6.2% | 1.6× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 30.0% | 27.3% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 13.9% | 13.2% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.1% | 41.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 16.1% | 19.2% | 24.8% | 16% below the state |
Compared with Massachusetts, Hampshire County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. It runs above Massachusetts on garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for Hampshire County: 10.3% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Massachusetts: 6.6%).
Overview
Hampshire County has recorded 234 truck crashes since 2015, with 85 people injured and 6 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 18 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in August (11.5% of the year) and are lowest in December (6.0%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 42.1% of truck crashes, against 41.9% across Massachusetts.
More truck crashes happen at 2–3 pm than at any other hour (9.8%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 10.3% of truck crashes, compared with 6.6% in Massachusetts.
Where crashes happen
SR-116 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 01096 with 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by I-91 (1), SR-112 (1) and SR-66 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
17 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 7.3% share (Massachusetts: 5.3%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 01096 fleets
- Build extra time into August routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to SR-116 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 30.0% of truck crashes here, more than Massachusetts; adjust start times where you can.
- With 10.3% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Massachusetts), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 Hampshire County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-116 | 2 |
| I-91 | 1 |
| SR-112 | 1 |
| SR-66 | 1 |
| SR-9 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Hampshire County) |
|---|---|
| Bridge St | 9 |
| Russell St | 3 |
| Rte 91 S Mm 26 | 3 |
| Rte 91 S Mm 22.2 | 3 |
| Pleasant St | 3 |
| Main St | 3 |
| King St | 3 |
| Amherst St @ West St | 3 |
ZIP 01096 at a glance
| Population | 2,580 |
| Density | 28 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $104,375 |
| Median home value | $365,672 |
| Home ownership | 88% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Hampshire 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 | 12 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 20 | +66% | 1.0 |
| 2010s | 27 | +38% | 0.6 |
| 2020s | 20 | -28% | 0.6 |
In the 1990s about 12 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 20. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 1.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 01096
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 01096?
Since 2015, 234 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Hampshire County (85 injured, 6 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 01096?
NHTSA data shows SR-116 with 2 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 01096 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 01096?
The worst month is August: 11.5% of truck crashes in Hampshire County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 01096?
Garbage trucks were involved in 17 reported crashes in Hampshire County since 2015 (7.3% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 01096 compare with Massachusetts?
Per 100,000 residents, Hampshire County has 12.3 truck crashes a year; Massachusetts has 22.9.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 01096?
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.