ZIP 29138 (Saluda, SC) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 29138: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Saluda 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
4 of 205 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Saluda County compares with South Carolina
Saluda County against South Carolina and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Saluda County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Saluda County | South Carolina | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 89.7 | 61.6 | 49.7 | 1.5× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.7 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 1.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.61 | 0.64 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.6% | 2.1% | 2.3% | 27% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.5% | 0.4% | 6.2% | 1.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.0% | 24.0% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.5% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 1.1× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.2% | 40.5% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 28.1% | 21.5% | 24.8% | 1.3× the state |
Saluda County sits below South Carolina on garbage-truck share. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
Saluda County at a glance: March 11.7% of truck crashes happen in March, more than any other month.
Overview
Police reported 205 crashes involving commercial trucks in Saluda County since 2015: 142 people were injured and 9 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 21 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is March with 11.7% of truck crashes; the quietest is June at 5.4%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 42.2% of truck crashes, against 40.5% across South Carolina.
By time of day, 10–11 am stands out with 8.3% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 0.5% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (South Carolina: 0.4%).
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 29138 since 2015: SR-121 (1), SR-39 (1), SR-98 (1), US-178 (1) and US-378 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 4 crashes, 2.0% of the total, against 2.1% across South Carolina.
Route planning tips for ZIP 29138 fleets
- Plan March schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Saluda County.
- With 0.5% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above South Carolina), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 Saluda County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-121 | 1 |
| SR-39 | 1 |
| SR-98 | 1 |
| US-178 | 1 |
| US-378 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Saluda County) |
|---|---|
| Batesburg Hwy | 12 |
| Columbia Hwy | 9 |
| Johnston Hwy | 9 |
| Ridge Spring Hwy | 9 |
| Chappells Hwy | 8 |
| Spann Rd | 6 |
| Duncan Rd | 5 |
| Denny Hwy | 4 |
ZIP 29138 at a glance
| Population | 10,018 |
| Density | 18 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $44,579 |
| Median home value | $122,206 |
| Home ownership | 72% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Saluda 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 | 18 | — | 0.6 |
| 2000s | 15 | -20% | 0.8 |
| 2010s | 14 | -7% | 0.5 |
| 2020s | 19 | +41% | 1.0 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 18 to 19. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. 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 29138
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 29138?
Saluda County has had 205 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 142 people and killing 9.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 29138?
March has the most truck crashes in Saluda County, 11.7% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 29138?
Since 2015, Saluda County has reported 4 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.0% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 29138 compared with South Carolina?
Per 100,000 residents, Saluda County has 89.7 truck crashes a year; South Carolina has 61.6.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 29138?
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.