ZIP 30360 (Atlanta, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 30360: 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 |
Compared with Georgia, DeKalb County is lower on 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.
ZIP 30360 at a glance: I-85 23 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 30360.
Overview
DeKalb County has recorded 7,519 truck crashes since 2015, with 3,492 people injured and 116 killed.
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%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 40.6% of truck crashes, against 40.9% across 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
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 30360 is I-85, with 23 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: I-285 (21), SR-141 (3) and US-23 (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 30360 fleets
- Build extra time into August routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to I-85 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- For residential and commercial waste routes, look again at July schedules: garbage-truck crashes peak then.
- 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 DeKalb County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-85 | 23 |
| I-285 | 21 |
| SR-141 | 3 |
| US-23 | 3 |
| Peachtree Industrial Blvd. | 2 |
| SR-13 | 2 |
| SR-140 | 2 |
| Burns Road | 1 |
| CR-185000 Dawson Blvd | 1 |
| CR-5200/SHALLOWFORD Rd Ne | 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 30360 at a glance
| Population | 16,855 |
| Density | 1,065 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $97,543 |
| Median home value | $432,381 |
| Home ownership | 60% |
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 |
In the 1990s about 366 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 710. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 5.8 a year in 2016–19 and 10.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 30360
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 30360?
7,519 truck crashes have been reported in DeKalb County since 2015, with 116 deaths and 3,492 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 30360?
Since 2015, I-85 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 30360: 23.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 30360?
August has the most truck crashes in DeKalb County, 9.2% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 30360?
143 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in DeKalb County since 2015, 1.9% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 30360 compare with Georgia for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, DeKalb County has 82.0 truck crashes a year; Georgia has 62.4.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 30360?
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.