ZIP 25106 (Henderson, WV) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 25106: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Mason 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
1 of 206 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Mason County compares with West Virginia
Mason County against West Virginia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Mason County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Mason County | West Virginia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 69.7 | 57.6 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.3 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.3× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.38 | 0.45 | 0.49 | 16% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.5% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 52% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 10.5% | 8.1% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 17.9% | 20.9% | 23.7% | 14% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 30.0% | 24.8% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 45.8% | 41.7% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 27.4% | 26.6% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with West Virginia, Mason County is lower on injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). It runs above West Virginia on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
Mason County at a glance: 1 in 189 crashes involve a garbage truck (1 since 2015), vs 1.1% across West Virginia.
Overview
Since 2015, 206 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Mason County. They injured 81 people and killed 10.
That averages about one truck crash every 21 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in February (12.6% of the year) and are lowest in November (4.4%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 45.8% of truck crashes, against 41.7% across West Virginia.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 11.7% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 10.5% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (West Virginia: 8.1%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-35 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (4). After it: SR-7 (3), SR-2 (2) and SR-62 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
1 crash involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 0.5% share (West Virginia: 1.1%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 25106 fleets
- Build extra time into February routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use US-35, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- With 10.5% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above West Virginia), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 Mason County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-35 | 4 |
| SR-7 | 3 |
| SR-2 | 2 |
| SR-62 | 1 |
| TR-640 Bear Run Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Mason County) |
|---|---|
| Us Rt 35 | 18 |
| SR-35 | 15 |
| Wv Rt 002, Huntington Rd | 7 |
| Us Rt 035 | 6 |
| Wv Rt 002 | 6 |
| Rt 35 - Kanawha Valley Road | 5 |
| Us 35, Dayton Rd | 4 |
| Us Rt 035, Dayton Rd | 4 |
ZIP 25106 at a glance
| Population | 346 |
| Density | 8 per sq mi |
| Home ownership | 74% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Mason 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 | 1 | — | 0.6 |
| 2000s | 11 | +826% | 1.1 |
| 2010s | 15 | +36% | 0.8 |
| 2020s | 18 | +22% | 1.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 1 a year in the 1990s and 18 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.2 a year in 2016–19, 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 25106
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 25106?
Mason County has had 206 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 81 people and killing 10.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 25106?
NHTSA data shows US-35 with 4 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 25106 since 2015, the highest of any road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 25106?
February has the most truck crashes in Mason County, 12.6% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 25106?
Garbage trucks were involved in 1 reported crash in Mason County since 2015 (0.5% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 25106 compare with West Virginia for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Mason County has 69.7 truck crashes a year; West Virginia has 57.6.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 25106?
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.