ZIP 30176 (Tallapoosa, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 30176: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Haralson 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
6 of 310 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Haralson County compares with Georgia
Haralson County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Haralson County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Haralson County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 78.6 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 1.3× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.0 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 1.5× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.50 | 0.50 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.1% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 19% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.7% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 1.5× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 21.4% | 22.6% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 21.8% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 1.9× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 49.3% | 40.9% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 25.7% | 24.5% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Georgia, Haralson County is lower on garbage-truck share. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Haralson County: 21.8% share of truck crashes in rain, sleet or snow (Georgia: 11.4%).
Overview
Haralson County has recorded 310 truck crashes since 2015, with 157 people injured and 15 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 14 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 11.6% of the yearly total, while July has the fewest (4.5%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 49.3% of truck crashes, against 40.9% across Georgia.
The busiest hour is 12–1 pm, with 8.1% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.7% of truck crashes, compared with 0.5% in Georgia.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-20 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (5). Next come CR-104 (1), J Davis Rd (1) and SR-0008 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 6 crashes, 1.9% of the total, against 2.6% across Georgia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 30176 fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Haralson County.
- Look at alternatives to I-20 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- With 0.7% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Georgia), 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 Haralson County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-20 | 5 |
| CR-104 | 1 |
| J Davis Rd | 1 |
| SR-0008 | 1 |
| SR-1 | 1 |
| SR-8 | 1 |
| US-78 | 1 |
| Us-Sr1 | 1 |
| Us-Sr8 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Haralson County) |
|---|---|
| I-20 Eb Mm 9 | 4 |
| I-20 Mm 4 | 4 |
| I-20 Wb Mm 3 | 3 |
| I-20 Wb Mm 1 | 3 |
| I-20 East Of Ga 100 | 3 |
| I-20 | 3 |
| E Of Alabama State | 2 |
| Ga 113 / Morgan Rd | 2 |
ZIP 30176 at a glance
| Population | 7,057 |
| Density | 33 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $64,705 |
| Median home value | $218,748 |
| Home ownership | 68% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Haralson 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 | 21 | — | 0.8 |
| 2000s | 25 | +18% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 21 | -15% | 0.4 |
| 2020s | 28 | +31% | 1.8 |
In the 1990s about 21 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 28. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.0 a year in 2016–19, 1.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 30176
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 30176?
Since 2015, 310 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Haralson County (157 injured, 15 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 30176?
Since 2015, I-20 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 30176: 5.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 30176?
Truck crashes in Haralson County peak in February, with 11.6% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 30176?
Since 2015, Haralson County has reported 6 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.9% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 30176 compare with Georgia for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Haralson County has 78.6 truck crashes a year; Georgia has 62.4.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 30176?
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.