ZIP 24256 (Haysi, VA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 24256: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Dickenson 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 68 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Dickenson County compares with Virginia
Dickenson County against Virginia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Dickenson County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Dickenson County | Virginia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 44.1 | 51.1 | 49.7 | 14% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 0.0 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 100% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.37 | 0.44 | 0.49 | 16% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.1% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 4.6% | 3.0% | 6.2% | 1.5× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.2% | 22.7% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 18.5% | 14.8% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 46.2% | 39.8% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 18.5% | 24.3% | 24.8% | 24% below the state |
Compared with Virginia, Dickenson County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. It stands out for higher garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am).
Dickenson County at a glance: 0.0 deaths for every 100 truck crashes, against 2.6 across Virginia.
Overview
Police reported 68 crashes involving commercial trucks in Dickenson County since 2015: 25 people were injured and 0 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 62 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is December with 14.7% of truck crashes; the quietest is March at 2.9%.
November through March accounts for 46.2% of truck crashes here, compared with 39.8% in Virginia.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 11.8% of truck crashes.
4.6% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 3.0% across Virginia.
Where crashes happen
Fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 24256 since 2015 were spread across roads: US-460 (2), SR-197 (1) and SR-63 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 2 crashes, 2.9% of the total, against 2.5% across Virginia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 24256 fleets
- Build extra time into December routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- 26.2% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Virginia; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 4.6% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Virginia; 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 Dickenson County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-460 | 2 |
| SR-197 | 1 |
| SR-63 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Dickenson County) |
|---|---|
| SR-652 | 11 |
| SR-83 | 4 |
| SR-63 | 3 |
| Hwy 652 Dr Ralph Stanley Hwy | 2 |
| Route 80 Helen Henderson Highway | 2 |
| Route 83 / Dickenson Hwy | 2 |
| Route 83 Dickenson Highway | 2 |
| Rt 652 At 0.88M S Of Spring Fork | 2 |
ZIP 24256 at a glance
| Population | 2,982 |
| Density | 21 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $48,788 |
| Median home value | $100,363 |
| Home ownership | 75% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Dickenson 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 | 7 | — | 0.6 |
| 2000s | 10 | +42% | 0.0 |
| 2010s | 9 | -13% | 0.1 |
| 2020s | 7 | -22% | 0.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 7 a year in the 1990s and 7 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 0.0 a year in 2016–19 and 0.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 24256
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 24256?
68 truck crashes have been reported in Dickenson County since 2015, with 0 deaths and 25 injuries.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 24256?
December has the most truck crashes in Dickenson County, 14.7% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 24256?
Since 2015, Dickenson County has reported 2 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.9% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 24256 compared with Virginia?
Per 100,000 residents, Dickenson County has 44.1 truck crashes a year; Virginia has 51.1.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 24256?
Paste your stops into the free CurbWaste Route Planner: it scores your route against fatal-crash locations, suggests safer alternatives and flags low bridges.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.