ZIP 30165 (Rome, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 30165: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Floyd 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
8 of 619 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Floyd County compares with Georgia
Floyd County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Floyd County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Floyd County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 51.8 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 17% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.5 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.52 | 0.50 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.4% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 48% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.4% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 26% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 22.5% | 22.6% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.9% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 13% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.1% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 20.8% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 15% below the state |
Floyd County has lower values than Georgia for crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes.
ZIP 30165 at a glance: SR-1 deadliest road: 8 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 30165 since 2015.
Overview
Floyd County has recorded 619 truck crashes since 2015, with 323 people injured and 26 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 7 days.
When crashes happen
July has the most truck crashes, 9.9% of the yearly total, while October has the fewest (6.8%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 40.1% of truck crashes, vs 40.9% for Georgia.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 9.5% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.4% of truck crashes, compared with 0.5% in Georgia.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 30165 is SR-1, with 8 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: US-27 (4), SR-20 (2) and Cs-N Broad St (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 8 crashes, 1.3% of the total, against 2.6% across Georgia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 30165 fleets
- Plan July schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Floyd County.
- Look at alternatives to SR-1 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Floyd County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-1 | 8 |
| US-27 | 4 |
| SR-20 | 2 |
| Cs-N Broad St | 1 |
| SR-0001 | 1 |
| SR-100 | 1 |
| SR-400 | 1 |
| Sr-1Lo | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Floyd County) |
|---|---|
| Cartersville Hwy | 6 |
| SR-1 | 6 |
| Ga 1 | 4 |
| Martha Berry Hwy | 4 |
| SR-53 | 4 |
| Turner Mccall Martha Berry | 4 |
| Veterans Memorial Loop At Martha Berry Hwy | 3 |
| Sr 20 At Mays Bridge Rd | 3 |
ZIP 30165 at a glance
| Population | 43,001 |
| Density | 99 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $68,089 |
| Median home value | $230,708 |
| Home ownership | 59% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Floyd 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 | — | 3.0 |
| 2000s | 49 | -0% | 1.2 |
| 2010s | 49 | -1% | 1.9 |
| 2020s | 53 | +8% | 3.4 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 50 to 53. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 2.0 a year in 2016–19, 3.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 30165
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 30165?
Since 2015, 619 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Floyd County (323 injured, 26 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 30165?
Since 2015, SR-1 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 30165: 8.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 30165?
The worst month is July: 9.9% of truck crashes in Floyd County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 30165?
Garbage trucks were involved in 8 reported crashes in Floyd County since 2015 (1.3% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 30165 compare with Georgia?
Per 100,000 residents, Floyd County has 51.8 truck crashes a year; Georgia has 62.4.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 30165?
Paste your stops into the free CurbWaste Route Planner: it scores your route against fatal-crash locations, suggests safer alternatives and flags low bridges.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.