ZIP 25422 (Great Cacapon, WV) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 25422: 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 11.5% of truck crashes happen in September, more than any other month.
Overview
Since 2015, 96 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Morgan County. They injured 43 people and killed 4.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly 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%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 42.7% of truck crashes, against 41.7% across West Virginia.
The busiest hour is 3–4 pm, 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 25422 since 2015: US-522 (2) and I-68 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
1 crash involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.0% share (West Virginia: 1.1%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 25422 fleets
- Review driver schedules for September, the month with the most truck crashes.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 22.5% of truck crashes here, more than West 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 Morgan County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-522 | 2 |
| I-68 | 1 |
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 25422 at a glance
| Population | 1,463 |
| Density | 8 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $52,047 |
| Median home value | $198,047 |
| Home ownership | 100% |
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 large-truck crashes: 0.0 a year in 2016–19, 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 25422
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 25422?
96 truck crashes have been reported in Morgan County since 2015, with 4 deaths and 43 injuries.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 25422?
The worst month is September: 11.5% of truck crashes in Morgan County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 25422?
Garbage trucks were involved in 1 reported crash in Morgan County since 2015 (1.0% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 25422 compare with West Virginia for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Morgan County has 45.5 truck crashes a year; West Virginia has 57.6.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 25422?
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.