ZIP 28331 (Cumberland, NC) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 28331: 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 stands out for higher garbage-truck share.
The headline for ZIP 28331: 2.6× yearly fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 28331: 1.2 in 2016–19, 3.2 in 2020–24.
Overview
Cumberland County has recorded 1,861 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,323 people injured and 44 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 2 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in January (9.2% of the year) and are lowest in November (7.2%).
November through March accounts for 40.9% of truck crashes here, compared with 41.0% in North Carolina.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out 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
Within this area, I-95 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (9). It is followed by US-13 (5), SR-55 (1) and Ssr-1006 High House Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
74 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 4.0% share (North Carolina: 2.6%).
Their busiest month is December, with 15% of garbage-truck crashes.
They recorded 0.0 deaths per 100 crashes, against 2.2 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 28331 fleets
- Build extra time into January 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.
- Waste haulers: December is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Cumberland County.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Cumberland County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-95 | 9 |
| US-13 | 5 |
| SR-55 | 1 |
| Ssr-1006 High House Rd | 1 |
| Ssr-1425 Sivertsen Rd | 1 |
| Ssr-1720 Bryant Rd | 1 |
| Ssr-1779 Beaver Dam Rd | 1 |
| Ssr-1832 Murphy Rd | 1 |
| US-421 | 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 28331 at a glance
| Population | 123 |
| Density | 94 per sq mi |
| Home ownership | 47% |
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 |
In the 1990s about 50 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 159. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 3.8 a year in 2016–19, 4.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 28331
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 28331?
1,861 truck crashes have been reported in Cumberland County since 2015, with 44 deaths and 1,323 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 28331?
Since 2015, I-95 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 28331: 9.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 28331?
The worst month is January: 9.2% of truck crashes in Cumberland County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 28331?
74 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Cumberland County since 2015, 4.0% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 28331 compared with North Carolina?
Per 100,000 residents, Cumberland County has 47.8 truck crashes a year; North Carolina has 61.3.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 28331?
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.