ZIP 25411 (Berkeley Springs, WV) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 25411: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Morgan 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 96 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Morgan County compares with West Virginia
Morgan County against West Virginia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Morgan County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Morgan County | West Virginia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 45.5 | 57.6 | 49.7 | 21% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.5 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.39 | 0.45 | 0.49 | 13% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 5.6% | 8.1% | 6.2% | 30% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 22.5% | 20.9% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.4% | 24.8% | 13.8% | 50% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.7% | 41.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 19.1% | 26.6% | 24.8% | 28% below the state |
Morgan County has lower values than West Virginia for crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for Morgan County: September worst month: 11.5% of truck crashes, vs 8.3% in an average month.
Overview
Since 2015, 96 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Morgan County. They injured 43 people and killed 4.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 45 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in September (11.5% of the year) and are lowest in April (5.2%).
November through March accounts for 42.7% of truck crashes here, compared with 41.7% in West Virginia.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 12.5% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 5.6% of truck crashes, compared with 8.1% in West Virginia.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 25411 since 2015: US-522 (2). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 1 crash, 1.0% of the total, against 1.1% across West Virginia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 25411 fleets
- Plan September schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Morgan County.
- Morning starts matter: 22.5% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than West Virginia.
- 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 Morgan County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-522 | 2 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Morgan County) |
|---|---|
| Us Rt 522, Valley Rd | 11 |
| Us Rt 522 | 5 |
| SR-522 | 4 |
| County Rt 1, River Road | 2 |
| County Rt 2, Fairview Dr | 2 |
| Rt 522 - 7892 Valley Road | 2 |
| Rt 522, Valley Rd | 2 |
| Us Rt 522 Hancock Rd, Sandmine Rd | 2 |
ZIP 25411 at a glance
| Population | 12,367 |
| Density | 34 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $71,349 |
| Median home value | $238,317 |
| Home ownership | 80% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Morgan 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 | 2 | — | 0.4 |
| 2000s | 8 | +309% | 1.6 |
| 2010s | 6 | -17% | 0.1 |
| 2020s | 10 | +59% | 0.4 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 2 to 10. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.0 a year in 2016–19 and 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 25411
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 25411?
96 truck crashes have been reported in Morgan County since 2015, with 4 deaths and 43 injuries.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 25411?
Truck crashes in Morgan County peak in September, with 11.5% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 25411?
Since 2015, Morgan County has reported 1 garbage-truck crash, or 1.0% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 25411 compare with West Virginia?
Per 100,000 residents, Morgan County has 45.5 truck crashes a year; West Virginia has 57.6.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 25411?
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.