ZIP 30294 (Ellenwood, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 30294: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in DeKalb 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
2.3 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 1.6 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How DeKalb County compares with Georgia
DeKalb County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where DeKalb County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | DeKalb County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 82.0 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 1.3× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.6 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 52% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.47 | 0.50 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.9% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 28% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.3% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 43% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 19.3% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 15% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.8% | 11.4% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.6% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 29.3% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 1.2× the state |
DeKalb County has lower values than Georgia for deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr and after dark.
What stands out in ZIP 30294: 2.0× fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 30294 per year, 2020–24 vs 2016–19 (12.2 vs 6.0).
Overview
Since 2015, 7,519 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in DeKalb County. They injured 3,492 people and killed 116.
That averages about 2 truck crashes a day in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is August with 9.2% of truck crashes; the quietest is December at 7.6%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 40.6% of truck crashes, vs 40.9% for Georgia.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 6.9% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.3% of truck crashes, compared with 0.5% in Georgia.
Where crashes happen
I-75 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 30294 with 20 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by I-285 (17), I-20 (15) and SR-155 (3).
Garbage & waste trucks
143 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.9% share (Georgia: 2.6%).
Their busiest month is July, with 13% of garbage-truck crashes.
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 2.3, vs 1.6 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 30294 fleets
- Build extra time into August routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use I-75, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in July; review collection routes for that month.
- 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 DeKalb County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-75 | 20 |
| I-285 | 17 |
| I-20 | 15 |
| SR-155 | 3 |
| SR-3 | 3 |
| US-23 | 3 |
| I-675 | 2 |
| SR-54 | 2 |
| 4644 South Park Blvd | 1 |
| CR-0228 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (DeKalb County) |
|---|---|
| I-285 | 266 |
| I-20 | 37 |
| I 285 Or At I 285 Ir | 36 |
| I 285 N At I 20 | 29 |
| I 285 Ir At I 285 Or | 23 |
| I-285 Or | 23 |
| I-20 West | 22 |
| I 20 W At I 20 | 22 |
ZIP 30294 at a glance
| Population | 41,983 |
| Density | 495 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $79,762 |
| Median home value | $260,057 |
| Home ownership | 81% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in DeKalb 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 | 366 | — | 6.1 |
| 2000s | 413 | +13% | 5.6 |
| 2010s | 449 | +9% | 5.4 |
| 2020s | 710 | +58% | 10.6 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 366 to 710. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 5.8 a year in 2016–19, 10.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 30294
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 30294?
Since 2015, 7,519 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in DeKalb County (3,492 injured, 116 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 30294?
I-75 had 20 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 30294 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 30294?
The worst month is August: 9.2% of truck crashes in DeKalb County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 30294?
143 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in DeKalb County since 2015, 1.9% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 30294 compare with Georgia for truck crashes?
DeKalb County records 82.0 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 62.4 across Georgia.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 30294?
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.