ZIP 30736 (Ringgold, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 30736: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Catoosa 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
13 of 716 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Catoosa County compares with Georgia
Catoosa County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Catoosa County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Catoosa County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 85.8 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 1.4× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 64% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.38 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 24% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.0% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 24% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 1.1% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 2.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 22.4% | 22.6% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 18.9% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 1.7× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.2% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 22.6% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 8% below the state |
Catoosa County sits below Georgia on deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow.
The headline for Catoosa County: 1.1% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 0.5% across Georgia.
Overview
Police reported 716 crashes involving commercial trucks in Catoosa County since 2015: 277 people were injured and 8 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 6 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is May with 10.8% of truck crashes; the quietest is December at 6.6%.
November through March accounts for 41.2% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.9% in Georgia.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 9.8% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 1.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Georgia: 0.5%).
Where crashes happen
I-75 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 30736 with 11 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come I-24 (3), SR-2 (2) and SR-1 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
13 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.8% share (Georgia: 2.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 30736 fleets
- Plan May schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Catoosa County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-75; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- With 1.1% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Georgia), plan winter equipment 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 Catoosa County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-75 | 11 |
| I-24 | 3 |
| SR-2 | 2 |
| SR-1 | 1 |
| SR-201 | 1 |
| SR-3 | 1 |
| US-11 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Catoosa County) |
|---|---|
| I-75 | 21 |
| I-75 Sb Mm 352 | 12 |
| I-75 Nb Mm 352 | 10 |
| I-75 Nb Mm 354 | 8 |
| I-75 S Mm 353 | 7 |
| I-75 Sb Mm 350 | 7 |
| I-75 Nb Mm 342 | 7 |
| I-75 Nb Mm 353 | 7 |
ZIP 30736 at a glance
| Population | 44,499 |
| Density | 138 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $83,821 |
| Median home value | $262,855 |
| Home ownership | 83% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Catoosa 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 | 49 | — | 1.1 |
| 2000s | 65 | +32% | 1.3 |
| 2010s | 50 | -24% | 0.4 |
| 2020s | 62 | +25% | 1.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 49 a year in the 1990s and 62 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 0.2 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 30736
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 30736?
716 truck crashes have been reported in Catoosa County since 2015, with 8 deaths and 277 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 30736?
Since 2015, I-75 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 30736: 11.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 30736?
Truck crashes in Catoosa County peak in May, with 10.8% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 30736?
13 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Catoosa County since 2015, 1.8% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 30736 compared with Georgia?
Per 100,000 residents, Catoosa County has 85.8 truck crashes a year; Georgia has 62.4.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 30736?
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.