ZIP 14812 (Beaver Dams, NY) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 14812: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Schuyler 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
1 of 83 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Schuyler County compares with New York State
Schuyler 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 Schuyler County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Schuyler County | New York State | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 44.1 | 28.0 | 49.7 | 1.6× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.6 | 2.0 | 3.4 | 1.8× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.31 | 0.73 | 0.49 | 58% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.2% | 3.6% | 2.3% | 66% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 20.5% | 9.4% | 6.2% | 2.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 27.7% | 25.1% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 18.1% | 17.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.2% | 41.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 12.0% | 22.1% | 24.8% | 45% below the state |
Compared with New York, Schuyler County is lower on injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and after dark. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Schuyler County: 20.5% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 9.4% in New York.
Overview
Police reported 83 crashes involving commercial trucks in Schuyler County since 2015: 26 people were injured and 3 were killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 48 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
January has the most truck crashes, 12.0% of the yearly total, while April has the fewest (2.4%).
November through March accounts for 42.2% of truck crashes here, compared with 41.8% in New York.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 12.0% of truck crashes.
20.5% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 9.4% across New York.
Where crashes happen
SR-414 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 14812 with 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by CR-16 (1), SR-14 (1) and W Hill Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
1 crash involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.2% share (New York: 3.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 14812 fleets
- Review driver schedules for January, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to SR-414 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 27.7% of truck crashes here, more than New York; adjust start times where you can.
- 20.5% 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 Schuyler County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-414 | 2 |
| CR-16 | 1 |
| SR-14 | 1 |
| W Hill Rd | 1 |
ZIP 14812 at a glance
| Population | 2,954 |
| Density | 15 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $62,073 |
| Median home value | $131,256 |
| Home ownership | 90% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Schuyler 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 | 4 | — | 0.6 |
| 2000s | 6 | +36% | 0.1 |
| 2010s | 9 | +51% | 0.3 |
| 2020s | 6 | -34% | 0.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 4 a year in the 1990s and 6 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 0.5 a year in 2016–19 and 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 14812
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 14812?
83 truck crashes have been reported in Schuyler County since 2015, with 3 deaths and 26 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 14812?
Since 2015, SR-414 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 14812: 2.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 14812?
January has the most truck crashes in Schuyler County, 12.0% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 14812?
Since 2015, Schuyler County has reported 1 garbage-truck crash, or 1.2% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 14812 compared with New York?
Per 100,000 residents, Schuyler County has 44.1 truck crashes a year; New York has 28.0.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 14812?
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.