ZIP 31002 (Adrian, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 31002: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Emanuel 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 255 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Emanuel County compares with Georgia
Emanuel County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Emanuel County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Emanuel County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 90.8 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 1.5× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.2 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 1.6× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.55 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.9% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 67% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.0% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 100% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 28.9% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.3× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.5% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 17% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.7% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 26.7% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
Emanuel County sits below Georgia on garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
The headline for Emanuel County: 1 in 116 crashes involve a garbage truck (2 since 2015), vs 2.6% across Georgia.
Overview
Emanuel County has recorded 255 truck crashes since 2015, with 145 people injured and 13 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 17 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is January with 14.5% of truck crashes; the quietest is July at 3.5%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 42.7% of truck crashes, against 40.9% across Georgia.
By time of day, 9–10 am stands out with 9.0% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 0.0% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Georgia: 0.5%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-16 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (4). After it: SR-171 (1), US-221 (1) and US-80 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 2 of the truck crashes here, or 0.8%, compared with 2.6% in Georgia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 31002 fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Emanuel County.
- Check whether your routes use I-16, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Morning starts matter: 28.9% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Georgia.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Emanuel County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-16 | 4 |
| SR-171 | 1 |
| US-221 | 1 |
| US-80 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Emanuel County) |
|---|---|
| Sr 4 At Sr 57 | 3 |
| I-16 Mm91 | 3 |
| Ga 4 At Nunez Rd | 2 |
| Ga4 At Ga297 | 2 |
| Georgia 4 / I-16 Weat On Ramp | 2 |
| I 16 E Near Sr 4 | 2 |
| I 16 W Near Sr 4 | 2 |
| I-16 | 2 |
ZIP 31002 at a glance
| Population | 2,967 |
| Density | 9 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $60,149 |
| Median home value | $111,942 |
| Home ownership | 67% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Emanuel 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 | 14 | — | 0.8 |
| 2000s | 18 | +31% | 1.3 |
| 2010s | 18 | +2% | 0.6 |
| 2020s | 22 | +19% | 1.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 14 a year in the 1990s and 22 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 1.0 a year in 2016–19 and 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 31002
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 31002?
Emanuel County has had 255 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 145 people and killing 13.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 31002?
NHTSA data shows I-16 with 4 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 31002 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 31002?
The worst month is January: 14.5% of truck crashes in Emanuel County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 31002?
Garbage trucks were involved in 2 reported crashes in Emanuel County since 2015 (0.8% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 31002 compared with Georgia?
Per 100,000 residents, Emanuel County has 90.8 truck crashes a year; Georgia has 62.4.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 31002?
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.