ZIP 20319 (Washington, DC) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 20319: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in District of Columbia, 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
0.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 0.8 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How District of Columbia compares with District of Columbia
District of Columbia against District of Columbia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | District of Columbia | District of Columbia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 18.7 | 18.7 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 0.8 | 0.8 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 1.12 | 1.12 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 4.4% | 4.4% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.1% | 0.1% | 6.2% | same |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 28.2% | 28.2% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 7.6% | 7.6% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.9% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 8.7% | 8.7% | 24.8% | same |
District of Columbia is close to District of Columbia on most measures.
What stands out in ZIP 20319: I-95 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 20319: 8 since 2015.
Overview
District of Columbia has recorded 1,539 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,676 people injured and 13 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 3 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
July has the most truck crashes, 9.7% of the yearly total, while December has the fewest (6.8%).
November through March accounts for 40.9% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.9% in District of Columbia.
More truck crashes happen at 9–10 am than at any other hour (9.4%).
0.1% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 0.1% across District of Columbia.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 20319 is I-95, with 8 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: I-495 (6), SR-193 (2) and SR-201 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
68 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 4.4% share (District of Columbia: 4.4%).
Their busiest month is November, with 15% of garbage-truck crashes.
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 0.0, vs 0.8 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 20319 fleets
- Review driver schedules for July, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use I-95, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in November; review collection routes for that month.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
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 District of Columbia
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 8 |
| I-495 | 6 |
| SR-193 | 2 |
| SR-201 | 2 |
| SR-214 | 2 |
| SR-410 | 2 |
| SR-414 | 2 |
| SR-5 | 2 |
| US-50 | 2 |
| 21st St Nw | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (District of Columbia) |
|---|---|
| New York Avenue Ne | 46 |
| Interstate 395 Interstate Bn | 33 |
| Kenilworth Avenue Ne | 29 |
| Pennsylvania Avenue Se | 27 |
| Massachusetts Avenue Nw | 23 |
| Georgia Avenue Nw | 22 |
| Benning Road Ne | 20 |
| New York Avenue Nw | 16 |
ZIP 20319 at a glance
| Population | 23 |
| Density | 65 per sq mi |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in District of Columbia 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 | 1 | — | 2.1 |
| 2000s | 84 | +11716% | 1.7 |
| 2010s | 148 | +75% | 1.8 |
| 2020s | 142 | -4% | 1.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 1 a year in the 1990s and 142 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.8 a year in 2016–19, 1.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 20319
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 20319?
District of Columbia has had 1,539 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 1,676 people and killing 13.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 20319?
NHTSA data shows I-95 with 8 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 20319 since 2015, the highest of any road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 20319?
Truck crashes in District of Columbia peak in July, with 9.7% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 20319?
Garbage trucks were involved in 68 reported crashes in District of Columbia since 2015 (4.4% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 20319 compare with District of Columbia for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, District of Columbia has 18.7 truck crashes a year; District of Columbia has 18.7.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 20319?
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.