ZIP 28311 (Fayetteville, NC) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 28311: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Cumberland 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
0.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.2 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Cumberland County compares with North Carolina
Cumberland County against North Carolina and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Cumberland County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Cumberland County | North Carolina | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 47.8 | 61.3 | 49.7 | 22% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.2 | 2.5 | 3.4 | 12% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.70 | 0.66 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 4.0% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 1.5× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 1.1% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 38% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.6% | 24.0% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 8.6% | 10.5% | 13.8% | 18% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.9% | 41.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 20.6% | 20.4% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with North Carolina, Cumberland County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice. It runs above North Carolina on garbage-truck share.
Cumberland County at a glance: 1 in 25 garbage-truck share of crashes is 4.0%, against 2.6% for North Carolina.
Overview
Since 2015, 1,861 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Cumberland County. They injured 1,323 people and killed 44.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 2 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is January with 9.2% of truck crashes; the quietest is November at 7.2%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 40.9% of truck crashes, vs 41.0% for North Carolina.
The busiest hour is 3–4 pm, with 8.4% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 1.1% of truck crashes, compared with 1.7% in North Carolina.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 28311 since 2015: I-95 (4), SR-24 (4), US-301 (2), US-401 (2) and Bl I-95 Us-301 S Eastern Blvd (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 74 of the truck crashes here, or 4.0%, compared with 2.6% in North Carolina.
Their busiest month is December, with 15% of garbage-truck crashes.
Per 100 crashes, garbage trucks recorded 0.0 deaths compared with 2.2 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 28311 fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Cumberland County.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in December; review collection routes for that month.
- 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 Cumberland County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 4 |
| SR-24 | 4 |
| US-301 | 2 |
| US-401 | 2 |
| Bl I-95 Us-301 S Eastern Blvd | 1 |
| Bragg Blvd | 1 |
| Ramsey St | 1 |
| SR-1831 | 1 |
| SR-87 | 1 |
| Ssr-2042Raynor Mclamb Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Cumberland County) |
|---|---|
| Ramsey St | 64 |
| Raeford Rd | 56 |
| Bragg Blvd | 55 |
| Owen Dr | 46 |
| Skibo Rd | 27 |
| N Bragg Blvd | 25 |
| Murchison Rd | 22 |
| Cliffdale Rd | 20 |
ZIP 28311 at a glance
| Population | 36,629 |
| Density | 387 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $62,170 |
| Median home value | $208,857 |
| Home ownership | 52% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Cumberland 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 | 50 | — | 4.0 |
| 2000s | 105 | +109% | 3.9 |
| 2010s | 149 | +41% | 3.2 |
| 2020s | 159 | +7% | 4.8 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 50 to 159. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 3.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 4.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 28311
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 28311?
Since 2015, 1,861 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Cumberland County (1,323 injured, 44 killed).
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 28311?
January has the most truck crashes in Cumberland County, 9.2% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 28311?
Since 2015, Cumberland County has reported 74 garbage-truck crashes, or 4.0% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 28311 compare with North Carolina for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 47.8 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Cumberland County, vs 61.3 for North Carolina.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 28311?
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.