ZIP 28621 (Elkin, NC) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 28621: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Surry 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
11 of 807 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Surry County compares with North Carolina
Surry County against North Carolina and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Surry County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Surry County | North Carolina | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 96.8 | 61.3 | 49.7 | 1.6× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.3 | 2.5 | 3.4 | 1.3× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.56 | 0.66 | 0.49 | 15% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 49% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 4.2% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 2.4× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 17.6% | 24.0% | 23.7% | 27% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 15.2% | 10.5% | 13.8% | 1.4× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.9% | 41.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 28.7% | 20.4% | 24.8% | 1.4× the state |
Surry County sits below North Carolina on injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Surry County: 4.2% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (North Carolina: 1.7%).
Overview
Surry County has recorded 807 truck crashes since 2015, with 449 people injured and 28 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 5 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is August with 9.5% of truck crashes; the quietest is December at 5.9%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 41.9% of truck crashes, vs 41.0% for North Carolina.
The busiest hour is 3–4 pm, with 7.9% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 4.2% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (North Carolina: 1.7%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 28621 is I-77, with 9 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. Next come SR-268 (2), US-21 (2) and Elk Spur St (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
11 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.4% share (North Carolina: 2.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 28621 fleets
- Plan August schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Surry County.
- Look at alternatives to I-77 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- With 4.2% 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 Surry County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-77 | 9 |
| SR-268 | 2 |
| US-21 | 2 |
| Elk Spur St | 1 |
| SR-67 | 1 |
| Ssr-1931 Greenhorn Rd | 1 |
| Ssr-2303 Clingman Rd | 1 |
| Ssr-2304 Chatham Rd | 1 |
| US-601 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Surry County) |
|---|---|
| Cc Camp Rd | 9 |
| Brintle'S Truck Stop | 5 |
| Brintles Truck Stop | 4 |
| Linville Rd | 3 |
| Plaza Lane | 3 |
| Plaza Ln | 3 |
| Rest Area | 3 |
| Rockford Street | 3 |
ZIP 28621 at a glance
| Population | 9,403 |
| Density | 54 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $53,616 |
| Median home value | $163,332 |
| Home ownership | 69% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Surry 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 | 55 | — | 2.6 |
| 2000s | 48 | -12% | 3.3 |
| 2010s | 67 | +40% | 1.5 |
| 2020s | 66 | -3% | 2.4 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 55 to 66. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 2.2 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 2.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 28621
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 28621?
Surry County has had 807 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 449 people and killing 28.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 28621?
NHTSA data shows I-77 with 9 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 28621 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 28621?
Truck crashes in Surry County peak in August, with 9.5% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 28621?
Since 2015, Surry County has reported 11 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.4% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 28621 compare with North Carolina for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Surry County has 96.8 truck crashes a year; North Carolina has 61.3.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 28621?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.