ZIP 24527 (Blairs, VA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 24527: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Pittsylvania 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
6 of 399 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Pittsylvania County compares with Virginia
Pittsylvania County against Virginia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Pittsylvania County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Pittsylvania County | Virginia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 57.2 | 51.1 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.6 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 2.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.54 | 0.44 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.6% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 37% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 1.1% | 3.0% | 6.2% | 65% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.4% | 22.7% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.9% | 14.8% | 13.8% | 33% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 44.9% | 39.8% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 15.5% | 24.3% | 24.8% | 36% below the state |
Compared with Virginia, Pittsylvania County is lower on garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
The headline for Pittsylvania County: 5.6 deaths for every 100 truck crashes, against 2.6 across Virginia.
Overview
Pittsylvania County has recorded 399 truck crashes since 2015, with 215 people injured and 21 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 11 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in August (11.0% of the year) and are lowest in April (4.0%).
November through March accounts for 44.9% of truck crashes here, compared with 39.8% in Virginia.
The busiest hour is 1–2 pm, with 10.5% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 1.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Virginia: 3.0%).
Where crashes happen
US-29 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 24527 with 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: CR-703 (1), CR-718 (1) and CR-729 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 6 crashes, 1.5% of the total, against 2.5% across Virginia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 24527 fleets
- Plan August schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Pittsylvania County.
- Check whether your routes use US-29, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 25.4% 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
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 Pittsylvania County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-29 | 3 |
| CR-703 | 1 |
| CR-718 | 1 |
| CR-729 | 1 |
| Kentuck Red | 1 |
| Mu-071 Hutson Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Pittsylvania County) |
|---|---|
| SR-29 | 42 |
| US-29 | 27 |
| U.S Hwy 29 | 12 |
| SR-58 | 7 |
| Route 29 / Us Highway 29 | 6 |
| Rt 40 W Gretna Rd | 4 |
| Rt 58 South Boston Hwy | 4 |
| Rt 729 Kentuck Rd | 4 |
ZIP 24527 at a glance
| Population | 3,262 |
| Density | 41 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $73,715 |
| Median home value | $151,528 |
| Home ownership | 88% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Pittsylvania 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 | 24 | — | 1.8 |
| 2000s | 24 | -2% | 0.6 |
| 2010s | 31 | +31% | 1.3 |
| 2020s | 34 | +11% | 2.0 |
In the 1990s about 24 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 34. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 1.5 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 2.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 24527
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 24527?
Pittsylvania County has had 399 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 215 people and killing 21.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 24527?
US-29 had 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 24527 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 24527?
The worst month is August: 11.0% of truck crashes in Pittsylvania County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 24527?
6 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Pittsylvania County since 2015, 1.5% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 24527 compared with Virginia?
The yearly rate is 57.2 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Pittsylvania County, vs 51.1 for Virginia.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 24527?
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.