ZIP 26726 (Keyser, WV) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 26726: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Mineral 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
1 of 61 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Mineral County compares with West Virginia
Mineral County against West Virginia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Mineral County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Mineral County | West Virginia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 19.4 | 57.6 | 49.7 | 66% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.5 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 15% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.56 | 0.45 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.8% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.6× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 5.3% | 8.1% | 6.2% | 35% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 22.8% | 20.9% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 8.8% | 24.8% | 13.8% | 65% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 52.6% | 41.7% | 41.9% | 1.3× the state |
| After dark | 12.3% | 26.6% | 24.8% | 54% below the state |
Compared with West Virginia, Mineral County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice. It runs above West Virginia on injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
What stands out in ZIP 26726: US-220 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 26726: 3 since 2015.
Overview
Police reported 61 crashes involving commercial trucks in Mineral County since 2015: 33 people were injured and 2 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 70 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 14.8% of the yearly total, while September has the fewest (3.3%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 52.6% of truck crashes, vs 41.7% for West Virginia.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 13.1% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 5.3% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (West Virginia: 8.1%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-220 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (3). It is followed by US-50 (2), SR-46 (1) and SR-935 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 1 crash, 1.6% of the total, against 1.1% across West Virginia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 26726 fleets
- Build extra time into February routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use US-220, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Morning starts matter: 22.8% 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 Mineral County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-220 | 3 |
| US-50 | 2 |
| SR-46 | 1 |
| SR-935 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Mineral County) |
|---|---|
| SR-28 | 6 |
| SR-220 | 5 |
| Us Rt 50 | 3 |
| Wv Rt 93 | 3 |
| SR-50 | 2 |
| Armstrong St, Limestone Rd | 1 |
| County Rt 11/00, Upper Patterson Creek Rd | 1 |
| County Rt 16, Beaver Run Rd | 1 |
ZIP 26726 at a glance
| Population | 12,629 |
| Density | 33 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $70,944 |
| Median home value | $172,133 |
| Home ownership | 76% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Mineral 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 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 11 | +633% | 1.0 |
| 2010s | 8 | -25% | 0.2 |
| 2020s | 5 | -43% | 0.2 |
In the 1990s about 2 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 5. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.0 a year in 2016–19, 0.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 26726
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 26726?
Since 2015, 61 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Mineral County (33 injured, 2 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 26726?
NHTSA data shows US-220 with 3 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 26726 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 26726?
The worst month is February: 14.8% of truck crashes in Mineral County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 26726?
Since 2015, Mineral County has reported 1 garbage-truck crash, or 1.6% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 26726 compare with West Virginia?
Mineral County records 19.4 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 57.6 across West Virginia.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 26726?
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.