ZIP 17756 (Muncy, PA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 17756: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Lycoming 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
13.8 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 3.3 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Lycoming County compares with Pennsylvania
Lycoming County against Pennsylvania and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Lycoming County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Lycoming County | Pennsylvania | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 46.9 | 57.2 | 49.7 | 18% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.3 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 1.3× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.42 | 0.47 | 0.49 | 11% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 5.0% | 3.6% | 2.3% | 1.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 12.7% | 9.1% | 6.2% | 1.4× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.8% | 24.5% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 23.3% | 19.0% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.8% | 42.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 25.3% | 24.2% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Pennsylvania, Lycoming County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr and injuries per crash. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for ZIP 17756: SR-54 deadliest road: 2 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 17756 since 2015.
Overview
Lycoming County has recorded 610 truck crashes since 2015, with 256 people injured and 19 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 7 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
August has the most truck crashes, 10.8% of the yearly total, while March has the fewest (5.7%).
November through March accounts for 40.8% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.7% in Pennsylvania.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 7.7% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 12.7% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Pennsylvania: 9.1%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-54 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (2). It is followed by Exchange Rd (1), I-180 (1) and SR-0118 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
29 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 4.8% share (Pennsylvania: 3.6%).
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in February (14%).
They recorded 13.8 deaths per 100 crashes, against 3.3 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 17756 fleets
- Plan August schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Lycoming County.
- Check whether your routes use SR-54, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in February; review collection routes for that month.
- With 12.7% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Pennsylvania), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 Lycoming County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-54 | 2 |
| Exchange Rd | 1 |
| I-180 | 1 |
| SR-0118 | 1 |
| SR-2044 | 1 |
| SR-442 | 1 |
| SR-8018 | 1 |
| US-15 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Lycoming County) |
|---|---|
| SR-0015 | 171 |
| SR-0220 | 66 |
| I-0180 | 65 |
| SR-2014 | 35 |
| SR-0405 | 21 |
| SR-0287 | 18 |
| SR-8002 | 15 |
| SR-0044 | 14 |
ZIP 17756 at a glance
| Population | 12,856 |
| Density | 46 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $77,043 |
| Median home value | $221,136 |
| Home ownership | 79% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Lycoming 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 | 48 | — | 2.4 |
| 2000s | 48 | +0% | 1.2 |
| 2010s | 54 | +12% | 1.6 |
| 2020s | 52 | -4% | 2.6 |
In the 1990s about 48 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 52. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 0.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 2.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 17756
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 17756?
610 truck crashes have been reported in Lycoming County since 2015, with 19 deaths and 256 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 17756?
NHTSA data shows SR-54 with 2 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 17756 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 17756?
The worst month is August: 10.8% of truck crashes in Lycoming County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 17756?
29 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Lycoming County since 2015, 4.8% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 17756 compared with Pennsylvania?
Per 100,000 residents, Lycoming County has 46.9 truck crashes a year; Pennsylvania has 57.2.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 17756?
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.