ZIP 06451 (Meriden, CT) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 06451: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in South Central 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
1.2 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.0 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How South Central Connecticut Planning Region compares with Connecticut
South Central 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 South Central Connecticut Planning Region stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | South Central Connecticut Planning Region | Connecticut | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 47.9 | 40.2 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.0 | 2.2 | 3.4 | 9% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.44 | 0.39 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.8% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 15% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 5.3% | 6.2% | 6.2% | 15% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.0% | 24.4% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.7% | 14.1% | 13.8% | 10% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.4% | 41.3% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 29.4% | 28.0% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Connecticut, South Central Connecticut Planning Region is lower on deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. It runs above Connecticut on crashes per 100k residents / yr and injuries per crash.
What stands out in ZIP 06451: I-91 17 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 06451.
Overview
South Central Connecticut Planning Region has recorded 3,234 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,435 people injured and 60 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about 1 truck crash a day.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in October (9.4% of the year) and are lowest in September (7.4%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 42.4% of truck crashes, against 41.3% across Connecticut.
The busiest hour is 8–9 am, with 6.9% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 5.3% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Connecticut: 6.2%).
Where crashes happen
I-91 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 06451 with 17 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come I-84 (5), I-691 (4) and SR-15 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 88 of the truck crashes here, or 2.7%, compared with 3.3% in Connecticut.
Their busiest month is October, with 15% of garbage-truck crashes.
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 1.2, vs 2.0 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 06451 fleets
- Build extra time into October routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to I-91 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Waste haulers: October is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in South Central Connecticut Planning Region.
- 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 South Central Connecticut Planning Region
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-91 | 17 |
| I-84 | 5 |
| I-691 | 4 |
| SR-15 | 2 |
| SR-155 | 2 |
| SR-17 | 2 |
| SR-42 | 1 |
| SR-68 | 1 |
| SR-69 | 1 |
| SR-72 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (South Central Connecticut Planning Region) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 209 |
| I-91 | 91 |
| State St | 17 |
| Woodmont Rd No 1 | 14 |
| Whitney Ave | 12 |
| Middletown Ave | 11 |
| Sackett Point Rd | 10 |
| I-691 | 10 |
ZIP 06451 at a glance
| Population | 24,851 |
| Density | 976 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $71,255 |
| Median home value | $238,217 |
| Home ownership | 57% |
Historical data: truck crashes in South Central 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 | 160 | — | 0.0 |
| 2000s | 190 | +19% | 3.7 |
| 2010s | 209 | +10% | 3.5 |
| 2020s | 274 | +31% | 6.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 160 a year in the 1990s and 274 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 4.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 6.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 06451
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 06451?
3,234 truck crashes have been reported in South Central Connecticut Planning Region since 2015, with 60 deaths and 1,435 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 06451?
NHTSA data shows I-91 with 17 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 06451 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 06451?
The worst month is October: 9.4% of truck crashes in South Central Connecticut Planning Region happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 06451?
Since 2015, South Central Connecticut Planning Region has reported 88 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.7% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 06451 compared with Connecticut?
South Central Connecticut Planning Region records 47.9 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 40.2 across Connecticut.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 06451?
Paste your stops into the free CurbWaste Route Planner: it scores your route against fatal-crash locations, suggests safer alternatives and flags low bridges.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.