ZIP 07657 (Ridgefield, NJ) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 07657: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Bergen 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
2.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 1.0 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Bergen County compares with New Jersey
Bergen County against New Jersey and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Bergen County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Bergen County | New Jersey | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 63.5 | 56.6 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.0 | 1.6 | 3.4 | 38% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.58 | 0.58 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.6% | 3.6% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 3.0% | 3.3% | 6.2% | 9% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.8% | 26.0% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 13.7% | 13.7% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.3% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 21.0% | 19.9% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with New Jersey, Bergen County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr.
ZIP 07657 at a glance: I-95 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 07657: 29 since 2015.
Overview
Police reported 7,303 crashes involving commercial trucks in Bergen County since 2015: 4,202 people were injured and 71 were killed.
That averages about 2 truck crashes a day in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in October (9.1% of the year) and are lowest in January (7.4%).
November through March accounts for 41.3% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.9% in New Jersey.
By time of day, 1–2 pm stands out with 7.4% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 3.0% of truck crashes, compared with 3.3% in New Jersey.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 07657 is I-95, with 29 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. Next come US-1 (11), Broadway (7) and Bruckner Blvd (7).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 263 crashes, 3.6% of the total, against 3.6% across New Jersey.
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in January (11%).
They recorded 2.0 deaths per 100 crashes, against 1.0 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 07657 fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Bergen County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-95; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Waste haulers: January is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Bergen County.
- 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 Bergen County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 29 |
| US-1 | 11 |
| Broadway | 7 |
| Bruckner Blvd | 7 |
| I-87 | 7 |
| 1st Ave | 5 |
| SR-3 | 5 |
| Flushing Ave | 4 |
| I-80 | 4 |
| Morgan Ave | 4 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Bergen County) |
|---|---|
| I-95, N.J. Turnpike | 945 |
| Nj 17 | 887 |
| I-80 | 447 |
| I-287 | 356 |
| I-95, N.J. Turnpike-West Alignment | 282 |
| Nj 3 | 253 |
| US-46 | 194 |
| Nj 4 | 189 |
ZIP 07657 at a glance
| Population | 11,498 |
| Density | 1,746 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $118,059 |
| Median home value | $654,153 |
| Home ownership | 51% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Bergen 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 | 357 | — | 6.2 |
| 2000s | 750 | +110% | 4.4 |
| 2010s | 630 | -16% | 4.7 |
| 2020s | 575 | -9% | 4.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 357 a year in the 1990s and 575 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 4.0 a year in 2016–19 and 4.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 07657
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 07657?
Since 2015, 7,303 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Bergen County (4,202 injured, 71 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 07657?
NHTSA data shows I-95 with 29 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 07657 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 07657?
The worst month is October: 9.1% of truck crashes in Bergen County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 07657?
Since 2015, Bergen County has reported 263 garbage-truck crashes, or 3.6% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 07657 compared with New Jersey?
The yearly rate is 63.5 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Bergen County, vs 56.6 for New Jersey.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 07657?
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.