ZIP 14477 (Kent, NY) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 14477: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Orleans 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
5 of 127 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Orleans County compares with New York State
Orleans County against New York State and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Orleans County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Orleans County | New York State | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 28.6 | 28.0 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.2 | 2.0 | 3.4 | 1.6× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.55 | 0.73 | 0.49 | 25% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 4.0% | 3.6% | 2.3% | 1.1× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 17.6% | 9.4% | 6.2% | 1.9× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.0% | 25.1% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 18.4% | 17.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 45.6% | 41.8% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 12.0% | 22.1% | 24.8% | 46% below the state |
Orleans County has lower values than New York for injuries per crash and after dark. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for Orleans County: 17.6% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 9.4% across New York.
Overview
Orleans County has recorded 127 truck crashes since 2015, with 70 people injured and 4 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 32 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in November (13.4% of the year) and are lowest in December (4.7%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 45.6% of truck crashes, against 41.8% across New York.
More truck crashes happen at 2–3 pm than at any other hour (12.6%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 17.6% of truck crashes, compared with 9.4% in New York.
Where crashes happen
Since 2015, fatal crashes with a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 14477 happened on SR-104 (1), SR-31 (1) and SR-31A (1); no road leads clearly.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 5 crashes, 3.9% of the total, against 3.6% across New York.
Route planning tips for ZIP 14477 fleets
- Plan November schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Orleans County.
- 17.6% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above New York; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Orleans County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-104 | 1 |
| SR-31 | 1 |
| SR-31A | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Orleans County) |
|---|---|
| Roosevelt Highway | 2 |
| Ridge Rd | 1 |
| S. Main St. | 1 |
ZIP 14477 at a glance
| Population | 1,706 |
| Density | 24 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $96,607 |
| Median home value | $164,359 |
| Home ownership | 90% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Orleans 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 | 3 | — | 0.5 |
| 2000s | 9 | +179% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 14 | +47% | 0.4 |
| 2020s | 9 | -37% | 0.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 3 a year in the 1990s and 9 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.5 a year in 2016–19, 0.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 14477
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 14477?
Orleans County has had 127 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 70 people and killing 4.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 14477?
The worst month is November: 13.4% of truck crashes in Orleans County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 14477?
5 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Orleans County since 2015, 3.9% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 14477 compare with New York for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 28.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Orleans County, vs 28.0 for New York.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 14477?
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.