ZIP 27051 (Walkertown, NC) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 27051: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Forsyth 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
1.1 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 1.9 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Forsyth County compares with North Carolina
Forsyth County against North Carolina and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Forsyth County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Forsyth County | North Carolina | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 54.6 | 61.3 | 49.7 | 11% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.9 | 2.5 | 3.4 | 24% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.67 | 0.66 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.6% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 1.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.1% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 1.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.7% | 24.0% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.6% | 10.5% | 13.8% | 1.1× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.5% | 41.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 17.8% | 20.4% | 24.8% | 13% below the state |
Compared with North Carolina, Forsyth County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and after dark. Where it is higher: garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow.
ZIP 27051 at a glance: US-158 6 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 27051.
Overview
Police reported 2,498 crashes involving commercial trucks in Forsyth County since 2015: 1,678 people were injured and 47 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 2 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is August with 9.0% of truck crashes; the quietest is May at 7.5%.
November through March accounts for 42.5% of truck crashes here, compared with 41.0% in North Carolina.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 7.9% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 2.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (North Carolina: 1.7%).
Where crashes happen
US-158 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 27051 with 6 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by US-52 (4), I-40 (2) and Reidsville Rd (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
88 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 3.5% share (North Carolina: 2.6%).
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in October (15%).
They recorded 1.1 deaths per 100 crashes, against 1.9 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 27051 fleets
- Plan August schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Forsyth County.
- Check whether your routes use US-158, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in October; review collection routes for that month.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 2.1% of truck crashes here, more than North Carolina; schedule winter checks early.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Forsyth County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-158 | 6 |
| US-52 | 4 |
| I-40 | 2 |
| Reidsville Rd | 2 |
| SR-65 | 2 |
| Bl I-40 | 1 |
| CR-1962 | 1 |
| I-74 | 1 |
| N Patterson Ave | 1 |
| Ns-94948 27th St | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Forsyth County) |
|---|---|
| S Main St | 22 |
| Silas Creek Pkwy | 16 |
| Reidsville Rd | 16 |
| S Stratford Rd | 16 |
| Stratford Rd | 13 |
| Country Club Rd | 12 |
| Liberty St | 12 |
| Reynolda Rd | 12 |
ZIP 27051 at a glance
| Population | 7,873 |
| Density | 166 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $74,804 |
| Median home value | $208,801 |
| Home ownership | 81% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Forsyth 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 | 90 | — | 3.1 |
| 2000s | 143 | +59% | 4.3 |
| 2010s | 207 | +45% | 3.9 |
| 2020s | 198 | -4% | 3.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 90 a year in the 1990s and 198 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 5.0 a year in 2016–19 and 3.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 27051
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 27051?
Since 2015, 2,498 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Forsyth County (1,678 injured, 47 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 27051?
US-158 had 6 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 27051 since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 27051?
The worst month is August: 9.0% of truck crashes in Forsyth County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 27051?
Garbage trucks were involved in 88 reported crashes in Forsyth County since 2015 (3.5% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 27051 compare with North Carolina?
Forsyth County records 54.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 61.3 across North Carolina.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 27051?
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.