ZIP 30568 (Rabun Gap, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 30568: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Rabun 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 115 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Rabun County compares with Georgia
Rabun County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Rabun County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Rabun County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 55.9 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 10% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.6 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.43 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 14% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.8% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 31% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 1.8% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 3.9× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.2% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 11% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 16.5% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 1.5× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 34.9% | 40.9% | 41.9% | 15% below the state |
| After dark | 17.4% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 29% below the state |
Compared with Georgia, Rabun County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow.
What stands out in Rabun County: 1.8% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 0.5% in Georgia.
Overview
Police reported 115 crashes involving commercial trucks in Rabun County since 2015: 48 people were injured and 5 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 37 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is August with 13.9% of truck crashes; the quietest is September at 3.5%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 34.9% of truck crashes, against 40.9% across Georgia.
The busiest hour is 11 am–12 pm, with 11.3% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 1.8% of truck crashes, compared with 0.5% in Georgia.
Where crashes happen
Fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 30568 since 2015 were spread across roads: SR-15 (2), SR-2 (1) and US-441 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
2 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.7% share (Georgia: 2.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 30568 fleets
- Build extra time into August routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 1.8% of truck crashes here, more than Georgia; schedule winter 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 Rabun County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-15 | 2 |
| SR-2 | 1 |
| US-441 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Rabun County) |
|---|---|
| Ga 15 | 4 |
| Ga 15 0.1 Miles South Ga 246 | 3 |
| Ga 15 At Tiger Connector | 2 |
| Ga 15 Nb / Jane Hjurt Yarn Dr | 2 |
| Ga 2 | 2 |
| Bald Mountain Rd Near Fish Hawk | 1 |
| Bridge Creek Rd / Claude Ln | 1 |
| Bridge Creek Rd 150 Ft South Coalley Ln | 1 |
ZIP 30568 at a glance
| Population | 2,133 |
| Density | 27 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $75,948 |
| Median home value | $274,571 |
| Home ownership | 78% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Rabun 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 | 9 | — | 0.2 |
| 2000s | 10 | +12% | 0.6 |
| 2010s | 8 | -16% | 0.1 |
| 2020s | 11 | +38% | 0.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 9 a year in the 1990s and 11 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 0.2 a year in 2016–19 and 0.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 30568
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 30568?
Since 2015, 115 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Rabun County (48 injured, 5 killed).
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 30568?
The worst month is August: 13.9% of truck crashes in Rabun County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 30568?
2 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Rabun County since 2015, 1.7% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 30568 compare with Georgia?
The yearly rate is 55.9 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Rabun County, vs 62.4 for Georgia.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 30568?
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.