ZIP 25701 (Huntington, WV) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 25701: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Cabell 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
9 of 442 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Cabell County compares with West Virginia
Cabell County against West Virginia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Cabell County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Cabell County | West Virginia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 41.9 | 57.6 | 49.7 | 27% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.3 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 20% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.36 | 0.45 | 0.49 | 20% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.1% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.9× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 6.6% | 8.1% | 6.2% | 18% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.4% | 20.9% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 26.3% | 24.8% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.1% | 41.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 22.5% | 26.6% | 24.8% | 15% below the state |
Cabell County has lower values than West Virginia for crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. Where it is higher: garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for Cabell County: 1 in 47 crashes involve a garbage truck (9 since 2015), vs 1.1% across West Virginia.
Overview
Police reported 442 crashes involving commercial trucks in Cabell County since 2015: 156 people were injured and 14 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 10 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is September with 11.8% of truck crashes; the quietest is May at 6.3%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 43.1% of truck crashes, vs 41.7% for West Virginia.
By time of day, 8–9 am stands out with 8.8% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 6.6% of truck crashes, compared with 8.1% in West Virginia.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-64 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (3). After it: CR-3/03 (1), SR-10 (1) and SR-152 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
9 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.0% share (West Virginia: 1.1%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 25701 fleets
- Build extra time into September routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Where you can, review stops along I-64; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 24.4% of truck crashes here, more than West Virginia; adjust start times where you can.
- 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 Cabell County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-64 | 3 |
| CR-3/03 | 1 |
| SR-10 | 1 |
| SR-152 | 1 |
| SR-2 | 1 |
| US-52 | 1 |
| US-60 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Cabell County) |
|---|---|
| I-64 Mp 18 | 18 |
| I-64 Mp 15 | 13 |
| I-64 Mp 20 | 11 |
| I-64 | 9 |
| I-64 Mp 16 | 8 |
| I-64 Mp 6 | 8 |
| Us Rt 60 | 6 |
| I-64 Mp 23 | 5 |
ZIP 25701 at a glance
| Population | 21,197 |
| Density | 210 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $56,292 |
| Median home value | $158,186 |
| Home ownership | 59% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Cabell 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 | 10 | — | 1.5 |
| 2000s | 40 | +282% | 1.5 |
| 2010s | 38 | -4% | 1.3 |
| 2020s | 41 | +8% | 1.0 |
In the 1990s about 10 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 41. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.8 a year in 2016–19, 1.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 25701
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 25701?
442 truck crashes have been reported in Cabell County since 2015, with 14 deaths and 156 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 25701?
NHTSA data shows I-64 with 3 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 25701 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 25701?
Truck crashes in Cabell County peak in September, with 11.8% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 25701?
Garbage trucks were involved in 9 reported crashes in Cabell County since 2015 (2.0% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 25701 compared with West Virginia?
Cabell County records 41.9 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 57.6 across West Virginia.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 25701?
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.