ZIP 30724 (Eton, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 30724: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Murray 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
4 of 203 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Murray County compares with Georgia
Murray County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Murray County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Murray County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 42.2 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 32% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.7 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.39 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 22% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.1% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 21% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.0% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 100% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 21.3% | 22.6% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.9% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 13% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 39.1% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 18.8% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 23% below the state |
Compared with Georgia, Murray County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share. It runs above Georgia on deaths per 100 crashes.
Murray County at a glance: 0.0% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 0.5% in Georgia.
Overview
Since 2015, 203 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Murray County. They injured 75 people and killed 9.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 21 days.
When crashes happen
September has the most truck crashes, 11.8% of the yearly total, while June has the fewest (5.9%).
November through March accounts for 39.1% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.9% in Georgia.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 11.8% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 0.0% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Georgia: 0.5%).
Where crashes happen
SR-286 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 30724 with 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: SR-225 (2), SR-52 (2) and Cs-069503 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 4 crashes, 2.0% of the total, against 2.6% across Georgia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 30724 fleets
- Plan September schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Murray County.
- Check whether your routes use SR-286, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 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 Murray County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-286 | 3 |
| SR-225 | 2 |
| SR-52 | 2 |
| Cs-069503 | 1 |
| SR-3 | 1 |
| SR-61 | 1 |
| US-411 | 1 |
| Us-Sr2 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Murray County) |
|---|---|
| Duvall Road | 2 |
| Ga 136 Near Carters Dam Rd | 2 |
| Ga 2 / Ga 225 | 2 |
| Ga 225 At Ga 2 | 2 |
| Ga 225 Near Fox Bridge | 2 |
| Ga 52 @Ga 52 Alternate | 2 |
| Ga 61 | 2 |
| Ga 61 0.2 Niles So Peeples Farm Rd | 2 |
ZIP 30724 at a glance
| Population | 18 |
| Density | 111 per sq mi |
| Home ownership | 100% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Murray 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 | 20 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 23 | +11% | 1.0 |
| 2010s | 17 | -26% | 1.1 |
| 2020s | 16 | -2% | 1.2 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 20 to 16. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.8 a year in 2016–19, 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 30724
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 30724?
203 truck crashes have been reported in Murray County since 2015, with 9 deaths and 75 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 30724?
NHTSA data shows SR-286 with 3 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 30724 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 30724?
September has the most truck crashes in Murray County, 11.8% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 30724?
4 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Murray County since 2015, 2.0% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 30724 compare with Georgia for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Murray County has 42.2 truck crashes a year; Georgia has 62.4.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 30724?
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.