ZIP 21502 (Cumberland, MD) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 21502: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Allegany 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
2 of 464 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Allegany County compares with Maryland
Allegany County against Maryland and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Allegany County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Allegany County | Maryland | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 59.9 | 49.3 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.3 | 2.2 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.40 | 0.53 | 0.49 | 25% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.3% | 85% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 6.8% | 2.4% | 6.2% | 2.8× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 21.0% | 24.7% | 23.7% | 15% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 18.1% | 13.8% | 13.8% | 1.3× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.5% | 40.4% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 28.3% | 25.2% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
Allegany County sits below Maryland on injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow.
The headline for Allegany County: 6.8% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 2.4% across Maryland.
Overview
Allegany County has recorded 464 truck crashes since 2015, with 183 people injured and 10 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 9 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is June with 11.9% of truck crashes; the quietest is May at 6.0%.
November through March accounts for 42.5% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.4% in Maryland.
The busiest hour is 4–5 pm, with 7.5% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 6.8% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Maryland: 2.4%).
Where crashes happen
I-68 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 21502 with 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: SR-160 (1), SR-47 (1) and US-220 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
2 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 0.4% share (Maryland: 3.1%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 21502 fleets
- Plan June schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Allegany County.
- Check whether your routes use I-68, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 6.8% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Maryland; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Allegany County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-68 | 4 |
| SR-160 | 1 |
| SR-47 | 1 |
| US-220 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Allegany County) |
|---|---|
| National Freeway | 224 |
| Mcmullen Hwy | 25 |
| Oldtown Rd | 10 |
| Is 68 - National Freeway | 10 |
| Is68 National Freeway | 7 |
| Is 68 - National Freeway (Wb/L) | 7 |
| US-40 | 6 |
| Ali Ghan Rd | 5 |
ZIP 21502 at a glance
| Population | 41,015 |
| Density | 172 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $60,725 |
| Median home value | $153,367 |
| Home ownership | 72% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Allegany 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 | 36 | — | 1.7 |
| 2000s | 27 | -26% | 1.3 |
| 2010s | 29 | +10% | 0.6 |
| 2020s | 48 | +65% | 1.4 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 36 to 48. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 0.5 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 21502
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 21502?
464 truck crashes have been reported in Allegany County since 2015, with 10 deaths and 183 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 21502?
I-68 had 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 21502 since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 21502?
Truck crashes in Allegany County peak in June, with 11.9% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 21502?
Garbage trucks were involved in 2 reported crashes in Allegany County since 2015 (0.4% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 21502 compare with Maryland for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Allegany County has 59.9 truck crashes a year; Maryland has 49.3.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 21502?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.