ZIP 27803 (Rocky Mount, NC) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 27803: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Nash 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
19 of 816 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Nash County compares with North Carolina
Nash County against North Carolina and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Nash County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Nash County | North Carolina | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 71.8 | 61.3 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.1 | 2.5 | 3.4 | 1.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.69 | 0.66 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.5% | 2.6% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 3.1% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 1.8× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 19.5% | 24.0% | 23.7% | 19% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 10.5% | 10.5% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 39.8% | 41.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 22.6% | 20.4% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
Nash County sits below North Carolina on morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for Nash County: 3.1% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 1.7% across North Carolina.
Overview
Nash County has recorded 816 truck crashes since 2015, with 561 people injured and 24 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 5 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is June with 11.2% of truck crashes; the quietest is February at 6.1%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 39.8% of truck crashes, against 41.0% across North Carolina.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 7.7% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 3.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (North Carolina: 1.7%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-64 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (6). It is followed by I-95 (5), Old Bailey Rd (1) and Pva Sunset Ave (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
19 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.3% share (North Carolina: 2.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 27803 fleets
- Review driver schedules for June, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Where you can, review stops along US-64; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- 3.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above North Carolina; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Nash County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-64 | 6 |
| I-95 | 5 |
| Old Bailey Rd | 1 |
| Pva Sunset Ave | 1 |
| SR-58 | 1 |
| SR-97 | 1 |
| Springfield Rd | 1 |
| Ssr-1006 Bulluck School Rd | 1 |
| Ssr-1243 Leggett Rd | 1 |
| US-301 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Nash County) |
|---|---|
| N Wesleyan Blvd | 28 |
| S Wesleyan Blvd | 19 |
| N Church St | 11 |
| Sunset Ave | 10 |
| Benvenue Rd | 7 |
| S Church St | 5 |
| Benvenue Road | 4 |
| N Winstead Ave | 4 |
ZIP 27803 at a glance
| Population | 20,055 |
| Density | 185 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $60,124 |
| Median home value | $173,289 |
| Home ownership | 62% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Nash 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 | 49 | — | 1.9 |
| 2000s | 59 | +21% | 2.5 |
| 2010s | 69 | +16% | 1.8 |
| 2020s | 66 | -4% | 2.6 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 49 to 66. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 1.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 2.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 27803
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 27803?
816 truck crashes have been reported in Nash County since 2015, with 24 deaths and 561 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 27803?
NHTSA data shows US-64 with 6 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 27803 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 27803?
Truck crashes in Nash County peak in June, with 11.2% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 27803?
Since 2015, Nash County has reported 19 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.3% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 27803 compare with North Carolina?
Nash County records 71.8 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 61.3 across North Carolina.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 27803?
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.