ZIP 23294 (Henrico, VA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 23294: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Henrico 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
0.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 3.2 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Henrico County compares with Virginia
Henrico County against Virginia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Henrico County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Henrico County | Virginia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 40.4 | 51.1 | 49.7 | 21% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.2 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 1.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.46 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.0% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.6% | 3.0% | 6.2% | 15% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.4% | 22.7% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 13.1% | 14.8% | 13.8% | 12% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 39.2% | 39.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 24.2% | 24.3% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Virginia, Henrico County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
What stands out in ZIP 23294: I-95 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 23294: 12 since 2015.
Overview
Henrico County has recorded 1,624 truck crashes since 2015, with 748 people injured and 52 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 3 days.
When crashes happen
September has the most truck crashes, 11.3% of the yearly total, while March has the fewest (6.8%).
November through March accounts for 39.2% of truck crashes here, compared with 39.8% in Virginia.
The busiest hour is 8–9 am, with 8.3% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 2.6% of truck crashes, compared with 3.0% in Virginia.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 23294 is I-95, with 12 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. It is followed by I-64 (7), I-295 (4) and US-1 (3).
Garbage & waste trucks
50 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 3.1% share (Virginia: 2.5%).
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in April (16%).
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 0.0, vs 3.2 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 23294 fleets
- Plan September schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Henrico County.
- Look at alternatives to I-95 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in April; review collection routes for that month.
- 25.4% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Virginia; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 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 Henrico County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 12 |
| I-64 | 7 |
| I-295 | 4 |
| US-1 | 3 |
| 5th St | 1 |
| CR-1250 | 1 |
| CR-536 | 1 |
| CR-623 | 1 |
| CR-7514 | 1 |
| Forest Hill Ave | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Henrico County) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 90 |
| I-64 | 80 |
| I-295 | 80 |
| Sb I-295 | 21 |
| Southbound Interstate 295 | 20 |
| Laburnum Ave | 20 |
| Nb I-295 | 19 |
| I-95 South | 18 |
ZIP 23294 at a glance
| Population | 20,216 |
| Density | 1,840 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $64,164 |
| Median home value | $296,807 |
| Home ownership | 36% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Henrico 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 | 39 | — | 2.9 |
| 2000s | 89 | +127% | 2.0 |
| 2010s | 105 | +18% | 2.0 |
| 2020s | 146 | +39% | 3.2 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 39 to 146. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 2.8 a year in 2016–19 and 3.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 23294
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 23294?
Henrico County has had 1,624 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 748 people and killing 52.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 23294?
I-95 had 12 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 23294 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 23294?
September has the most truck crashes in Henrico County, 11.3% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 23294?
Garbage trucks were involved in 50 reported crashes in Henrico County since 2015 (3.1% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 23294 compare with Virginia for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Henrico County has 40.4 truck crashes a year; Virginia has 51.1.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 23294?
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.