ZIP 23487 (Windsor, VA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 23487: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Isle of Wight 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 267 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Isle of Wight County compares with Virginia
Isle of Wight County against Virginia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Isle of Wight County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Isle of Wight County | Virginia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 56.2 | 51.1 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.9 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 2.3× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.48 | 0.44 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.8% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 69% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.0% | 3.0% | 6.2% | 35% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.5% | 22.7% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 13.8% | 14.8% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 45.9% | 39.8% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 17.0% | 24.3% | 24.8% | 30% below the state |
Isle of Wight County has lower values than Virginia for garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and after dark. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
What stands out in Isle of Wight County: 5.9 deaths per 100 truck crashes, vs 2.6 in Virginia.
Overview
Isle of Wight County has recorded 267 truck crashes since 2015, with 134 people injured and 15 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 16 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is November with 10.9% of truck crashes; the quietest is July at 5.6%.
November through March accounts for 45.9% of truck crashes here, compared with 39.8% in Virginia.
The busiest hour is 8–9 am, with 9.0% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 2.0% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Virginia: 3.0%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 23487 is US-460, with 2 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. It is followed by CR-301 (1), CR-632 (1) and SR-10 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 2 of the truck crashes here, or 0.7%, compared with 2.5% in Virginia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 23487 fleets
- Plan November schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Isle of Wight County.
- Look at alternatives to US-460 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 26.5% of truck crashes here, more than Virginia; adjust start times where you can.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
About the data
Crash counts come from the FMCSA crash file (police-reported crashes involving trucks over 10,000 lb); fatal-crash locations come from NHTSA FARS. Text on this page states only what these numbers show.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Isle of Wight County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-460 | 2 |
| CR-301 | 1 |
| CR-632 | 1 |
| SR-10 | 1 |
| US-40 | 1 |
| US-58 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Isle of Wight County) |
|---|---|
| SR-460 | 24 |
| SR-258 | 11 |
| Windsor Blvd | 10 |
| SR-17 | 9 |
| SR-10 | 8 |
| Rt 17 James River Bridge | 6 |
| SR-620 | 5 |
| Benns Church Blvd | 4 |
ZIP 23487 at a glance
| Population | 6,477 |
| Density | 26 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $74,243 |
| Median home value | $284,762 |
| Home ownership | 82% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Isle of Wight 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 | 23 | — | 1.5 |
| 2000s | 22 | -5% | 1.2 |
| 2010s | 17 | -22% | 0.9 |
| 2020s | 24 | +43% | 1.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 23 a year in the 1990s and 24 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 0.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 23487
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 23487?
Since 2015, 267 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Isle of Wight County (134 injured, 15 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 23487?
Since 2015, US-460 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 23487: 2.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 23487?
Truck crashes in Isle of Wight County peak in November, with 10.9% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 23487?
2 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Isle of Wight County since 2015, 0.7% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 23487 compare with Virginia?
Per 100,000 residents, Isle of Wight County has 56.2 truck crashes a year; Virginia has 51.1.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 23487?
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.