ZIP 06354 (Moosup, CT) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 06354: 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 |
Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region: 15.2% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Connecticut: 6.2%).
Overview
Police reported 433 crashes involving commercial trucks in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region since 2015: 179 people were injured and 24 were killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 9 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in December (12.5% of the year) and are lowest in November (4.8%).
November through March accounts for 44.7% of truck crashes here, compared with 41.3% in Connecticut.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 7.9% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 15.2% of truck crashes, compared with 6.2% in Connecticut.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 06354 is I-395, with 5 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. Next come US-6 (3), SR-12 (2) and Prince Hill Road (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 06354 fleets
- Plan December schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region.
- Check whether your routes use I-395, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- With 15.2% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Connecticut), 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.
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 | 5 |
| US-6 | 3 |
| SR-12 | 2 |
| Prince Hill Road | 1 |
| SR-138 | 1 |
| SR-169 | 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 06354 at a glance
| Population | 6,031 |
| Density | 106 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $87,711 |
| Median home value | $299,779 |
| Home ownership | 83% |
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 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 22 to 38. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.0 a year in 2016–19, 2.6 a year in 2020–24.
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Questions fleets ask about ZIP 06354
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 06354?
Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region has had 433 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 179 people and killing 24.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 06354?
I-395 had 5 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 06354 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 06354?
December has the most truck crashes in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, 12.5% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 06354?
15 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region since 2015, 3.5% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 06354 compared with Connecticut?
Per 100,000 residents, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region has 39.6 truck crashes a year; Connecticut has 40.2.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 06354?
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.