ZIP 26041 (Moundsville, WV) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 26041: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Marshall 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
5 of 216 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Marshall County compares with West Virginia
Marshall County against West Virginia and the US, 2015–2024 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Marshall County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2024) | Marshall County | West Virginia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 71.9 | 57.6 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.7 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.52 | 0.45 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 5.8% | 8.1% | 6.2% | 28% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.2% | 20.9% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 17.4% | 24.8% | 13.8% | 30% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 35.8% | 41.7% | 41.9% | 14% below the state |
| After dark | 22.6% | 26.6% | 24.8% | 15% below the state |
Marshall County sits below West Virginia on on snow, slush or ice, in rain, sleet or snow and winter months (nov–mar). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
The headline for ZIP 26041: US-250 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 26041: 3 since 2015.
Overview
Marshall County has recorded 216 truck crashes since 2015, with 108 people injured and 10 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 17 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is October with 11.6% of truck crashes; the quietest is February at 5.1%.
November through March accounts for 35.8% of truck crashes here, compared with 41.7% in West Virginia.
By time of day, 9–10 am stands out with 9.3% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 5.8% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (West Virginia: 8.1%).
Where crashes happen
US-250 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 26041 with 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come CR-21 (2), SR-7 (2) and 9th St (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 5 of the truck crashes here, or 2.3%, compared with 1.1% in West Virginia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 26041 fleets
- Build extra time into October routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use US-250, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 24.2% 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
Sources: the FMCSA crash file for all reported truck crashes and NHTSA FARS for fatal crashes with a large truck. Every statement here comes straight from those numbers.
Reporting was incomplete in 2016 and 2025, so those years are greyed out and left out of rates and comparisons.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Marshall County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-250 | 3 |
| CR-21 | 2 |
| SR-7 | 2 |
| 9th St | 1 |
| CR-2/18 | 1 |
| SR-2 | 1 |
| US-50 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Marshall County) |
|---|---|
| Us Rt 250 | 18 |
| Wv Rt 002 | 10 |
| County Rt 21 | 8 |
| SR-250 | 6 |
| SR-2 | 5 |
| SR-21 | 4 |
| Rt 17 - Fork Ridge Road | 3 |
| Us Rt 250, Wheeling Ave | 3 |
ZIP 26041 at a glance
| Population | 15,254 |
| Density | 94 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $54,419 |
| Median home value | $137,551 |
| Home ownership | 76% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Marshall 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 | — | 0.2 |
| 2000s | 5 | +135% | 0.3 |
| 2010s | 18 | +249% | 0.6 |
| 2020s | 19 | +6% | 1.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 2 a year in the 1990s and 19 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.8 a year in 2016–19 and 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 26041
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 26041?
Marshall County has had 216 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 108 people and killing 10.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 26041?
Since 2015, US-250 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 26041: 3.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 26041?
The worst month is October: 11.6% of truck crashes in Marshall County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 26041?
Garbage trucks were involved in 5 reported crashes in Marshall County since 2015 (2.3% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 26041 compare with West Virginia?
The yearly rate is 71.9 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Marshall County, vs 57.6 for West Virginia.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 26041?
Use the free Route Planner: enter your stops to get a risk score, safer alternatives and the low bridges on your route.
Crash reporting to FMCSA was incomplete in 2016 and 2025; those years are greyed out and left out of rates. 2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.