ZIP 26003 (Wheeling, WV) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 26003: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Ohio 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
7 of 700 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Ohio County compares with West Virginia
Ohio County against West Virginia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Ohio County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Ohio County | West Virginia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 146.2 | 57.6 | 49.7 | 2.5× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.3 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 20% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.46 | 0.45 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 10.4% | 8.1% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 15.4% | 20.9% | 23.7% | 26% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 25.9% | 24.8% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.8% | 41.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 30.7% | 26.6% | 24.8% | 1.2× the state |
Compared with West Virginia, Ohio County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes and morning rush (6–10 am). It runs above West Virginia on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and after dark.
The headline for Ohio County: +99% reported truck crashes a year in the 2010s vs the 2000s (55 vs 28).
Overview
Ohio County has recorded 700 truck crashes since 2015, with 316 people injured and 22 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 6 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is October with 10.3% of truck crashes; the quietest is July at 5.4%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 40.8% of truck crashes, against 41.7% across West Virginia.
The busiest hour is 3–4 pm, with 9.3% of truck crashes.
10.4% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 8.1% across West Virginia.
Where crashes happen
I-70 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 26003 with 8 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come I-470 (3), US-40 (3) and CR-41/2 Cabela Dr (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 7 crashes, 1.0% of the total, against 1.1% across West Virginia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 26003 fleets
- Review driver schedules for October, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Where you can, review stops along I-70; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- With 10.4% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above West Virginia), plan winter equipment checks early.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Ohio County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-70 | 8 |
| I-470 | 3 |
| US-40 | 3 |
| CR-41/2 Cabela Dr | 1 |
| SR-7 | 1 |
| US-250 | 1 |
| US-50 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Ohio County) |
|---|---|
| I-70 | 33 |
| I-70 Mp 5 | 22 |
| I-470 | 16 |
| I-70 Mp 7 | 15 |
| I-470 Mp 1 | 13 |
| I-70 Mp 7.50 | 12 |
| I-70 Mp 11 | 11 |
| SR-470 | 11 |
ZIP 26003 at a glance
| Population | 39,982 |
| Density | 170 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $57,703 |
| Median home value | $165,634 |
| Home ownership | 68% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Ohio 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 | 6 | — | 0.9 |
| 2000s | 28 | +336% | 0.8 |
| 2010s | 55 | +99% | 0.8 |
| 2020s | 55 | +0% | 1.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 6 a year in the 1990s and 55 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 1.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 26003
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 26003?
700 truck crashes have been reported in Ohio County since 2015, with 22 deaths and 316 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 26003?
I-70 had 8 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 26003 since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 26003?
Truck crashes in Ohio County peak in October, with 10.3% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 26003?
7 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Ohio County since 2015, 1.0% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 26003 compared with West Virginia?
Per 100,000 residents, Ohio County has 146.2 truck crashes a year; West Virginia has 57.6.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 26003?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.