ZIP 20136 (Bristow, VA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 20136: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Prince William 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
1.3 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 1.3 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Prince William County compares with Virginia
Prince William County against Virginia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Prince William County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Prince William County | Virginia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 43.9 | 51.1 | 49.7 | 14% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.3 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 50% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.49 | 0.44 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.2% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.4% | 3.0% | 6.2% | 22% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.8% | 22.7% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 13.8% | 14.8% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 38.9% | 39.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 29.4% | 24.3% | 24.8% | 1.2× the state |
Prince William County sits below Virginia on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice. It stands out for higher injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
What stands out in Prince William County: September garbage-truck crashes peak in September (15% of the year's total).
Overview
Prince William County has recorded 2,562 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,279 people injured and 36 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 2 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in August (9.8% of the year) and are lowest in February (6.8%).
November through March accounts for 38.9% of truck crashes here, compared with 39.8% in Virginia.
By time of day, 6–7 am stands out with 7.1% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 2.4% of truck crashes, compared with 3.0% in Virginia.
Where crashes happen
Since 2015, fatal crashes with a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 20136 happened on I-66 (4), SR-234 (4), US-29 (4), CR-621 (1) and CR-636 (1); no road leads clearly.
Garbage & waste trucks
82 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 3.2% share (Virginia: 2.5%).
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in September (15%).
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 1.3, vs 1.3 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 20136 fleets
- Plan August schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Prince William County.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in September; review collection routes for that month.
- Morning starts matter: 25.8% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Virginia.
- 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 Prince William County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-66 | 4 |
| SR-234 | 4 |
| US-29 | 4 |
| CR-621 | 1 |
| CR-636 | 1 |
| CR-662 | 1 |
| Liberia Ave | 1 |
| SR-215 | 1 |
| SR-28 | 1 |
| Sr-28Nb | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Prince William County) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 484 |
| Prince William Parkway | 134 |
| I-95 South | 112 |
| Dumfries Road | 98 |
| I-95 North | 78 |
| Lee Highway | 62 |
| I-66 East | 53 |
| Sudley Road | 50 |
ZIP 20136 at a glance
| Population | 32,325 |
| Density | 902 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $183,750 |
| Median home value | $613,656 |
| Home ownership | 93% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Prince William 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 | 58 | — | 3.2 |
| 2000s | 132 | +130% | 2.9 |
| 2010s | 186 | +41% | 2.5 |
| 2020s | 246 | +32% | 2.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 58 a year in the 1990s and 246 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 3.0 a year in 2016–19, 2.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 20136
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 20136?
Prince William County has had 2,562 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 1,279 people and killing 36.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 20136?
Truck crashes in Prince William County peak in August, with 9.8% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 20136?
82 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Prince William County since 2015, 3.2% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 20136 compared with Virginia?
Per 100,000 residents, Prince William County has 43.9 truck crashes a year; Virginia has 51.1.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 20136?
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.