ZIP 23860 (Hopewell, VA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 23860: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Prince George 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
4 of 442 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Prince George County compares with Virginia
Prince George County against Virginia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Prince George County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Prince George County | Virginia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 89.5 | 51.1 | 49.7 | 1.8× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.0 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 1.5× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.47 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.9% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 64% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 1.9% | 3.0% | 6.2% | 39% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 18.4% | 22.7% | 23.7% | 19% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 16.6% | 14.8% | 13.8% | 1.1× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.7% | 39.8% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 33.3% | 24.3% | 24.8% | 1.4× the state |
Prince George County has lower values than Virginia for garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am). It runs above Virginia on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and in rain, sleet or snow.
Prince George County at a glance: 1 in 108 garbage-truck share of crashes is 0.9%, against 2.5% for Virginia.
Overview
Prince George County has recorded 442 truck crashes since 2015, with 208 people injured and 19 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 9 days.
When crashes happen
May has the most truck crashes, 10.0% of the yearly total, while September has the fewest (5.7%).
November through March accounts for 42.7% of truck crashes here, compared with 39.8% in Virginia.
The busiest hour is 12–1 pm, with 6.3% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 1.9% of truck crashes, compared with 3.0% in Virginia.
Where crashes happen
I-295 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 23860 with 5 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come I-95 (2), US-301 (2) and US-460 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
4 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 0.9% share (Virginia: 2.5%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 23860 fleets
- Plan May schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Prince George County.
- Check whether your routes use I-295, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 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 Prince George County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-295 | 5 |
| I-95 | 2 |
| US-301 | 2 |
| US-460 | 2 |
| CR-618 | 1 |
| CR-629 | 1 |
| I-85 | 1 |
| SR-106 | 1 |
| SR-36 | 1 |
| SR-5 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Prince George County) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 84 |
| I-295 | 48 |
| County Dr | 33 |
| I-95 South | 16 |
| I-95 North | 13 |
| Prince George Dr | 8 |
| I-295 North | 6 |
| Courtland Rd | 5 |
ZIP 23860 at a glance
| Population | 31,404 |
| Density | 268 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $62,141 |
| Median home value | $206,231 |
| Home ownership | 63% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Prince George 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 | 11 | — | 1.4 |
| 2000s | 25 | +121% | 1.1 |
| 2010s | 32 | +29% | 1.7 |
| 2020s | 39 | +24% | 0.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 11 a year in the 1990s and 39 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 1.8 a year in 2016–19 and 0.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 23860
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 23860?
Since 2015, 442 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Prince George County (208 injured, 19 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 23860?
Since 2015, I-295 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 23860: 5.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 23860?
Truck crashes in Prince George County peak in May, with 10.0% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 23860?
Garbage trucks were involved in 4 reported crashes in Prince George County since 2015 (0.9% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 23860 compared with Virginia?
The yearly rate is 89.5 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Prince George County, vs 51.1 for Virginia.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 23860?
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.