ZIP 27862 (Pendleton, NC) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 27862: 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 runs above North Carolina on crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for Northampton County: 4.5% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 1.7% across North Carolina.
Overview
Police reported 326 crashes involving commercial trucks in Northampton County since 2015: 265 people were injured and 9 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 13 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is December with 10.7% of truck crashes; the quietest is August at 5.5%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 46.6% of truck crashes, against 41.0% across North Carolina.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 10.1% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 4.5% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (North Carolina: 1.7%).
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 27862 since 2015: US-158 (2). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
6 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.8% share (North Carolina: 2.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 27862 fleets
- Review driver schedules for December, the month with the most truck crashes.
- 4.5% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above North Carolina; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Northampton County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-158 | 2 |
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 27862 at a glance
| Population | 615 |
| Density | 5 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $53,333 |
| Home ownership | 84% |
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. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.2 a year in 2016–19, 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 27862
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 27862?
326 truck crashes have been reported in Northampton County since 2015, with 9 deaths and 265 injuries.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 27862?
The worst month is December: 10.7% of truck crashes in Northampton County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 27862?
6 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Northampton County since 2015, 1.8% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 27862 compare with North Carolina?
Per 100,000 residents, Northampton County has 169.4 truck crashes a year; North Carolina has 61.3.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 27862?
Paste your stops into the free CurbWaste Route Planner: it scores your route against fatal-crash locations, suggests safer alternatives and flags low bridges.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.