ZIP 30453 (Reidsville, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 30453: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Tattnall 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 of 186 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Tattnall County compares with Georgia
Tattnall County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Tattnall County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Tattnall County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 67.4 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.7 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 2.0× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.64 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.3× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.1% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 58% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.6% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 1.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 30.0% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.3× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 6.1% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 46% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 45.0% | 40.9% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 17.8% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 27% below the state |
Compared with Georgia, Tattnall County is lower on garbage-truck share, in rain, sleet or snow and after dark. It runs above Georgia on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
Tattnall County at a glance: 6.7 deaths for every 100 truck crashes, against 3.3 across Georgia.
Overview
Tattnall County has recorded 186 truck crashes since 2015, with 117 people injured and 13 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 22 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
November has the most truck crashes, 11.3% of the yearly total, while December has the fewest (5.9%).
November through March accounts for 45.0% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.9% in Georgia.
The busiest hour is 9–10 am, with 11.8% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 0.6% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Georgia: 0.5%).
Where crashes happen
Since 2015, fatal crashes with a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 30453 happened on SR-121 (1) and SR-23 (1); no road leads clearly.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 2 crashes, 1.1% of the total, against 2.6% across Georgia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 30453 fleets
- Plan November schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Tattnall County.
- 30.0% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Georgia; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 0.6% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Georgia; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Tattnall County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-121 | 1 |
| SR-23 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Tattnall County) |
|---|---|
| SR-23 | 4 |
| Burkhalter Rd 1.5 Miles No Old Collins Rd | 2 |
| Ga 121 / Baxter Durrence Rd | 2 |
| Ga 121 / Ga 144 | 2 |
| Ga 23 Near Battle Creek Warrior Blvd | 2 |
| Ga 73 / Harmony Church Rd | 2 |
| Georiga Highway 23 At Opal Durrence Road | 2 |
| SR-56 | 2 |
ZIP 30453 at a glance
| Population | 8,506 |
| Density | 26 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $42,013 |
| Median home value | $122,557 |
| Home ownership | 65% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Tattnall 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 | 10 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 12 | +26% | 1.0 |
| 2010s | 13 | +10% | 0.8 |
| 2020s | 17 | +27% | 0.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 10 a year in the 1990s and 17 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 1.2 a year in 2016–19 and 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 30453
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 30453?
186 truck crashes have been reported in Tattnall County since 2015, with 13 deaths and 117 injuries.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 30453?
Truck crashes in Tattnall County peak in November, with 11.3% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 30453?
Since 2015, Tattnall County has reported 2 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.1% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 30453 compare with Georgia for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 67.4 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Tattnall County, vs 62.4 for Georgia.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 30453?
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.