ZIP 30549 (Jefferson, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 30549: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Jackson 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
5.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 5.2 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Jackson County compares with Georgia
Jackson County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Jackson County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Jackson County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 116.9 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 1.9× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 1.6× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.43 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 14% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.7% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 37% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.2% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 47% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.1% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 11% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.1% | 11.4% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.8% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 30.5% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 1.2× the state |
Compared with Georgia, Jackson County is lower on injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. It runs above Georgia on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and after dark.
The headline for ZIP 30549: I-85 deadliest road: 11 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 30549 since 2015.
Overview
Jackson County has recorded 1,304 truck crashes since 2015, with 562 people injured and 68 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 3 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in August (10.4% of the year) and are lowest in February (6.9%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 41.8% of truck crashes, against 40.9% across Georgia.
The busiest hour is 3–4 pm, with 7.3% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 0.2% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Georgia: 0.5%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 30549 is I-85, with 11 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: SR-82 (4), SR-0011 (1) and SR-11 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 21 crashes, 1.6% of the total, against 2.6% across Georgia.
Their busiest month is April, with 24% of garbage-truck crashes.
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 5.0, vs 5.2 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 30549 fleets
- Plan August schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Jackson County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-85; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in April; review collection routes for that month.
- 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 Jackson County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-85 | 11 |
| SR-82 | 4 |
| SR-0011 | 1 |
| SR-11 | 1 |
| SR-211 | 1 |
| SR-98 | 1 |
| Sr-15Alt Commerce Rd | 1 |
| US-129 | 1 |
| Us-Sr11 | 1 |
| Us-Sr82 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Jackson County) |
|---|---|
| I-85 | 16 |
| SR-53 | 9 |
| I-85 Sb / Ga 53 | 7 |
| I 85 S At Mm 136 | 5 |
| I 85 S Near 11 | 5 |
| SR-98 | 5 |
| SR-11 | 5 |
| I-85 Sb Mm 129 | 5 |
ZIP 30549 at a glance
| Population | 32,075 |
| Density | 117 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $96,195 |
| Median home value | $350,455 |
| Home ownership | 84% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Jackson 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 | 42 | — | 1.9 |
| 2000s | 60 | +43% | 3.7 |
| 2010s | 67 | +12% | 2.3 |
| 2020s | 139 | +107% | 2.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 42 a year in the 1990s and 139 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 4.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 2.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 30549
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 30549?
Jackson County has had 1,304 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 562 people and killing 68.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 30549?
I-85 had 11 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 30549 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 30549?
The worst month is August: 10.4% of truck crashes in Jackson County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 30549?
21 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Jackson County since 2015, 1.6% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 30549 compared with Georgia?
Jackson County records 116.9 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 62.4 across Georgia.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 30549?
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.