ZIP 06255 (North Grosvenordale, CT) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 06255: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, 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
15 of 433 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region compares with Connecticut
Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region against Connecticut and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region | Connecticut | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 39.6 | 40.2 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.9 | 2.2 | 3.4 | 2.7× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.41 | 0.39 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.6% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 1.1× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 15.2% | 6.2% | 6.2% | 2.5× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.8% | 24.4% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 16.3% | 14.1% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 44.7% | 41.3% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 28.7% | 28.0% | 24.8% | same |
It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region: 15.2% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 6.2% across Connecticut.
Overview
Police reported 433 crashes involving commercial trucks in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region since 2015: 179 people were injured and 24 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 9 days.
When crashes happen
December has the most truck crashes, 12.5% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (4.8%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 44.7% of truck crashes, against 41.3% across Connecticut.
The busiest hour is 2–3 pm, with 7.9% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 15.2% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Connecticut: 6.2%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-395 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (4). It is followed by US-44 (2), Dudley Rd (1) and SR-101 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 15 crashes, 3.5% of the total, against 3.3% across Connecticut.
Route planning tips for ZIP 06255 fleets
- Build extra time into December routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to I-395 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- 15.2% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Connecticut; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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.
Reporting to FMCSA was incomplete in 2018; rates and comparisons skip those years.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-395 | 4 |
| US-44 | 2 |
| Dudley Rd | 1 |
| SR-101 | 1 |
| SR-197 | 1 |
| SR-198 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region) |
|---|---|
| I-395 | 32 |
| I-84 | 9 |
| Green Hollow Rd | 4 |
| SR-6 | 4 |
| Wauregan Rd | 3 |
| SR-44 | 3 |
| Hartford Pike | 3 |
| Exit 73 I 84 | 3 |
ZIP 06255 at a glance
| Population | 4,494 |
| Density | 75 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $88,750 |
| Median home value | $312,655 |
| Home ownership | 78% |
Historical data: truck crashes in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region 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 | 22 | — | 0.0 |
| 2000s | 29 | +32% | 1.2 |
| 2010s | 30 | +5% | 1.2 |
| 2020s | 38 | +27% | 2.6 |
In the 1990s about 22 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 38. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 1.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 2.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 06255
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 06255?
433 truck crashes have been reported in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region since 2015, with 24 deaths and 179 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 06255?
I-395 had 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 06255 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 06255?
Truck crashes in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region peak in December, with 12.5% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 06255?
15 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region since 2015, 3.5% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 06255 compare with Connecticut?
The yearly rate is 39.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, vs 40.2 for Connecticut.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 06255?
Use the free Route Planner: enter your stops to get a risk score, safer alternatives and the low bridges on your route.
Crash reporting to FMCSA was incomplete in 2018; those years are greyed out and left out of rates. 2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.