ZIP 27831 (Garysburg, NC) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 27831: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Northampton 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
6 of 326 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Northampton County compares with North Carolina
Northampton County against North Carolina and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Northampton County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Northampton County | North Carolina | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 169.4 | 61.3 | 49.7 | 2.8× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.3 | 2.5 | 3.4 | 8% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.80 | 0.66 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.9% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 25% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 4.5% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 2.6× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 17.8% | 24.0% | 23.7% | 26% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 8.4% | 10.5% | 13.8% | 20% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 46.6% | 41.0% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 26.9% | 20.4% | 24.8% | 1.3× the state |
Compared with North Carolina, Northampton County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Northampton County: 4.5% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (North Carolina: 1.7%).
Overview
Police reported 326 crashes involving commercial trucks in Northampton County since 2015: 265 people were injured and 9 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 13 days.
When crashes happen
December has the most truck crashes, 10.7% of the yearly total, while August has the fewest (5.5%).
November through March accounts for 46.6% of truck crashes here, compared with 41.0% in North Carolina.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 10.1% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 4.5% of truck crashes, compared with 1.7% in North Carolina.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-95 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (10). Next come SR-125 (2), SR-186 (1) and SR-46 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 6 of the truck crashes here, or 1.8%, compared with 2.6% in North Carolina.
Route planning tips for ZIP 27831 fleets
- Build extra time into December routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Where you can, review stops along I-95; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- With 4.5% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above North Carolina), plan winter equipment checks early.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
Crash counts come from the FMCSA crash file (police-reported crashes involving trucks over 10,000 lb); fatal-crash locations come from NHTSA FARS. Text on this page states only what these numbers show.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Northampton County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 10 |
| SR-125 | 2 |
| SR-186 | 1 |
| SR-46 | 1 |
| Ssr-1314 Pleasant Grove Rd | 1 |
| Ssr-1418 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Northampton County) |
|---|---|
| Pilot | 4 |
| SR-1333 | 2 |
| Ampac Rd | 1 |
| Bill Johnston Rd | 1 |
| Judith | 1 |
| One9 | 1 |
| Park N Shop | 1 |
| SR-1356 | 1 |
ZIP 27831 at a glance
| Population | 2,362 |
| Density | 15 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $36,136 |
| Median home value | $87,161 |
| Home ownership | 75% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Northampton 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 | 21 | — | 1.4 |
| 2000s | 27 | +29% | 1.3 |
| 2010s | 28 | +7% | 0.9 |
| 2020s | 24 | -15% | 0.6 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 21 to 24. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 0.2 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 27831
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 27831?
Since 2015, 326 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Northampton County (265 injured, 9 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 27831?
NHTSA data shows I-95 with 10 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 27831 since 2015, the highest of any road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 27831?
Truck crashes in Northampton County peak in December, with 10.7% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 27831?
6 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Northampton County since 2015, 1.8% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 27831 compare with North Carolina for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 169.4 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Northampton County, vs 61.3 for North Carolina.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 27831?
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.