ZIP 26059 (Triadelphia, WV) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 26059: 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 |
Ohio County sits below West Virginia on deaths per 100 crashes and morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and after dark.
What stands out in 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.
That averages about one truck crash every 6 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in October (10.3% of the year) and are lowest in July (5.4%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 40.8% of truck crashes, vs 41.7% for West Virginia.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 9.3% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 10.4% of truck crashes, compared with 8.1% in West Virginia.
Where crashes happen
I-70 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 26059 with 8 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: I-470 (3), US-40 (3) and CR-41/2 Cabela Dr (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 7 of the truck crashes here, or 1.0%, compared with 1.1% in West Virginia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 26059 fleets
- Review driver schedules for October, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use I-70, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- With 10.4% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above West Virginia), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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.
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 26059 at a glance
| Population | 2,888 |
| Density | 48 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $67,094 |
| Median home value | $187,291 |
| Home ownership | 74% |
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 |
In the 1990s about 6 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 55. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 1.0 a year in 2016–19 and 1.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 26059
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 26059?
Since 2015, 700 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Ohio County (316 injured, 22 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 26059?
Since 2015, I-70 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 26059: 8.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 26059?
Truck crashes in Ohio County peak in October, with 10.3% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 26059?
7 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Ohio County since 2015, 1.0% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 26059 compare with West Virginia for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 146.2 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Ohio County, vs 57.6 for West Virginia.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 26059?
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.