ZIP 30016 (Covington, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 30016: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Newton 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
17 of 503 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Newton County compares with Georgia
Newton County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Newton County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Newton County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 32.5 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 48% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.6 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 1.7× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.58 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.6% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 1.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 1.4% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 2.9× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.1% | 22.6% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 13.1% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 1.1× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.9% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 23.0% | 24.5% | 24.8% | same |
Newton County sits below Georgia on crashes per 100k residents / yr. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share.
What stands out in Newton County: 1.4% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 0.5% across Georgia.
Overview
Since 2015, 503 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Newton County. They injured 275 people and killed 29.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 9 days.
When crashes happen
January has the most truck crashes, 9.7% of the yearly total, while March has the fewest (6.8%).
November through March accounts for 41.9% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.9% in Georgia.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 9.5% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 1.4% of truck crashes, compared with 0.5% in Georgia.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-142 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (2). It is followed by CR-051800 (1), CR-ACCESS Road (1) and CR-ROCKY Plains Road (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 17 crashes, 3.4% of the total, against 2.6% across Georgia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 30016 fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Newton County.
- Look at alternatives to SR-142 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- 1.4% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Georgia; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Newton County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-142 | 2 |
| CR-051800 | 1 |
| CR-ACCESS Road | 1 |
| CR-ROCKY Plains Road | 1 |
| Cr- 1840 Browns Bridge Rd | 1 |
| Cs-Access Rd | 1 |
| Hazelbrand Rd | 1 |
| I-20 | 1 |
| SR-12 | 1 |
| SR-36 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Newton County) |
|---|---|
| I-20 | 10 |
| I-20 East | 5 |
| I-20 East / Almon Rd | 4 |
| SR-11 | 4 |
| SR-142 | 4 |
| SR-162 | 4 |
| SR-20 | 4 |
| SR-81 | 4 |
ZIP 30016 at a glance
| Population | 62,968 |
| Density | 268 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $79,527 |
| Median home value | $243,502 |
| Home ownership | 81% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Newton 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 | 28 | — | 0.8 |
| 2000s | 32 | +17% | 1.9 |
| 2010s | 24 | -27% | 1.2 |
| 2020s | 56 | +136% | 1.6 |
In the 1990s about 28 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 56. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 1.2 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 30016
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 30016?
503 truck crashes have been reported in Newton County since 2015, with 29 deaths and 275 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 30016?
NHTSA data shows SR-142 with 2 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 30016 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 30016?
The worst month is January: 9.7% of truck crashes in Newton County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 30016?
17 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Newton County since 2015, 3.4% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 30016 compared with Georgia?
Per 100,000 residents, Newton County has 32.5 truck crashes a year; Georgia has 62.4.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 30016?
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.