ZIP 04555 (Nobleboro, ME) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 04555: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Lincoln 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
9 of 187 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Lincoln County compares with Maine
Lincoln County against Maine and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Lincoln County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Lincoln County | Maine | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 43.6 | 57.4 | 49.7 | 24% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.4 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 1.3× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.58 | 0.58 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 4.6% | 3.4% | 2.3% | 1.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 17.1% | 20.2% | 6.2% | 15% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 30.9% | 26.5% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 14.9% | 20.8% | 13.8% | 29% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 45.1% | 48.2% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 10.3% | 19.1% | 24.8% | 46% below the state |
Compared with Maine, Lincoln County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. It runs above Maine on deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
ZIP 04555 at a glance: SR-1 deadliest road: 2 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 04555 since 2015.
Overview
Lincoln County has recorded 187 truck crashes since 2015, with 109 people injured and 6 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 23 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in January (13.4% of the year) and are lowest in June (4.8%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 45.1% of truck crashes, vs 48.2% for Maine.
More truck crashes happen at 9–10 am than at any other hour (11.8%).
Road surface: 17.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Maine: 20.2%).
Where crashes happen
SR-1 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 04555 with 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come E Pond Rd (1), US-1 (1) and US-1B (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 9 crashes, 4.8% of the total, against 3.4% across Maine.
Route planning tips for ZIP 04555 fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Lincoln County.
- Look at alternatives to SR-1 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- 30.9% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Maine; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 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 Lincoln County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-1 | 2 |
| E Pond Rd | 1 |
| US-1 | 1 |
| US-1B | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Lincoln County) |
|---|---|
| Atlantic Hwy | 17 |
| Route One | 15 |
| Main St | 12 |
| Bath Rd | 12 |
| Boothbay Rd | 11 |
| Wiscasset Rd | 8 |
| Gardiner Rd | 5 |
| U.S. Highway 1 | 5 |
ZIP 04555 at a glance
| Population | 1,906 |
| Density | 39 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $100,417 |
| Median home value | $367,346 |
| Home ownership | 81% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Lincoln 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 | 8 | — | 0.6 |
| 2000s | 13 | +60% | 0.6 |
| 2010s | 14 | +10% | 0.6 |
| 2020s | 15 | +7% | 0.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 8 a year in the 1990s and 15 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 0.8 a year in 2016–19 and 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 04555
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 04555?
Since 2015, 187 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Lincoln County (109 injured, 6 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 04555?
SR-1 had 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 04555 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 04555?
January has the most truck crashes in Lincoln County, 13.4% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 04555?
Since 2015, Lincoln County has reported 9 garbage-truck crashes, or 4.8% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 04555 compare with Maine?
Per 100,000 residents, Lincoln County has 43.6 truck crashes a year; Maine has 57.4.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 04555?
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.