ZIP 25705 (Huntington, WV) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 25705: 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 sits below West Virginia on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. It runs above West Virginia on 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.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 10 days.
When crashes happen
September has the most truck crashes, 11.8% of the yearly total, while May has the fewest (6.3%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 43.1% of truck crashes, against 41.7% across West Virginia.
More truck crashes happen at 8–9 am than at any other hour (8.8%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 6.6% of truck crashes, compared with 8.1% in West Virginia.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 25705 is I-64, with 3 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: CR-3/03 (1), SR-10 (1) and SR-152 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 9 crashes, 2.0% of the total, against 1.1% across West Virginia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 25705 fleets
- Plan September schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Cabell County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-64; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Morning starts matter: 24.4% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than West Virginia.
- 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 |
| SR-7 | 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 25705 at a glance
| Population | 20,922 |
| Density | 698 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $61,329 |
| Median home value | $165,467 |
| Home ownership | 63% |
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 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 10 a year in the 1990s and 41 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 1.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 25705
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 25705?
Since 2015, 442 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Cabell County (156 injured, 14 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 25705?
NHTSA data shows I-64 with 3 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 25705 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 25705?
The worst month is September: 11.8% of truck crashes in Cabell County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 25705?
Since 2015, Cabell County has reported 9 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.0% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 25705 compare with West Virginia?
Per 100,000 residents, Cabell County has 41.9 truck crashes a year; West Virginia has 57.6.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 25705?
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.