ZIP 27941 (Harbinger, NC) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 27941: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Currituck 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 148 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Currituck County compares with North Carolina
Currituck County against North Carolina and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Currituck County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Currituck County | North Carolina | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 38.9 | 61.3 | 49.7 | 37% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.3 | 2.5 | 3.4 | 1.7× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.78 | 0.66 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.7% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 72% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.2% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 30.4% | 24.0% | 23.7% | 1.3× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 13.0% | 10.5% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 34.8% | 41.0% | 41.9% | 15% below the state |
| After dark | 11.6% | 20.4% | 24.8% | 43% below the state |
Compared with North Carolina, Currituck County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and winter months (nov–mar). Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Currituck County: 1 in 139 garbage-truck share of crashes is 0.7%, against 2.6% for North Carolina.
Overview
Currituck County has recorded 148 truck crashes since 2015, with 112 people injured and 6 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 29 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is June with 10.8% of truck crashes; the quietest is December at 4.7%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 34.8% of truck crashes, vs 41.0% for North Carolina.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 10.1% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 2.2% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (North Carolina: 1.7%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-158 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (5).
Garbage & waste trucks
1 crash involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 0.7% share (North Carolina: 2.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 27941 fleets
- Plan June schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Currituck County.
- Where you can, review stops along US-158; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Morning starts matter: 30.4% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than North Carolina.
- With 2.2% 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
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 Currituck County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-158 | 5 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Currituck County) |
|---|---|
| Caratoke Hwy | 2 |
| Shortcut Rd | 2 |
| Handee-Hugos | 1 |
| Moyock Duck Thru | 1 |
| Nc 12 B | 1 |
| S Mills Rd | 1 |
| Shawboro Rd | 1 |
| Travis Blvd | 1 |
ZIP 27941 at a glance
| Population | 641 |
| Density | 97 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $50,893 |
| Median home value | $395,631 |
| Home ownership | 88% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Currituck 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 | 9 | — | 0.3 |
| 2000s | 9 | +4% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 12 | +27% | 0.3 |
| 2020s | 12 | +5% | 1.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 9 a year in the 1990s and 12 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 0.8 a year in 2016–19 and 1.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 27941
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 27941?
Since 2015, 148 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Currituck County (112 injured, 6 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 27941?
NHTSA data shows US-158 with 5 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 27941 since 2015, the highest of any road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 27941?
The worst month is June: 10.8% of truck crashes in Currituck County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 27941?
Since 2015, Currituck County has reported 1 garbage-truck crash, or 0.7% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 27941 compare with North Carolina for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Currituck County has 38.9 truck crashes a year; North Carolina has 61.3.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 27941?
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.