ZIP 31014 (Cochran, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 31014: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Bleckley 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
0 of 75 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Bleckley County compares with Georgia
Bleckley County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Bleckley County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Bleckley County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 50.4 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 19% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 22.9 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 6.9× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.86 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.7× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.0% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 100% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.0% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 100% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.0% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 12% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.9% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 1.1× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 50.0% | 40.9% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 21.4% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 12% below the state |
Bleckley County has lower values than Georgia for crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and in rain, sleet or snow.
What stands out in Bleckley County: 22.9 deaths for every 100 truck crashes, against 3.3 across Georgia.
Overview
Bleckley County has recorded 75 truck crashes since 2015, with 64 people injured and 16 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 57 days.
When crashes happen
October has the most truck crashes, 13.3% of the yearly total, while May has the fewest (1.3%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 50.0% of truck crashes, vs 40.9% for Georgia.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 13.3% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.0% of truck crashes, compared with 0.5% in Georgia.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-87 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (2). It is followed by SR-257 (1), SR-26 (1) and Us-Sr87 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
No crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Bleckley County since 2015.
Route planning tips for ZIP 31014 fleets
- Review driver schedules for October, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to SR-87 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- 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 Bleckley County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-87 | 2 |
| SR-257 | 1 |
| SR-26 | 1 |
| Us-Sr87 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Bleckley County) |
|---|---|
| I-16 / Ga 112 | 3 |
| Georgia 26 | 2 |
| I 16 Near Sr 112 | 2 |
| I-16 Mm 30 | 2 |
| Sr 26 Near Barlow Rd | 2 |
| Sr 87 0.2 Miles South Bates Road | 2 |
| 32.38730439 -83.35390550Traw | 1 |
| Allison'S | 1 |
ZIP 31014 at a glance
| Population | 12,769 |
| Density | 24 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $54,362 |
| Median home value | $122,024 |
| Home ownership | 73% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Bleckley 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 | 5 | — | 0.4 |
| 2000s | 5 | -12% | 0.3 |
| 2010s | 6 | +19% | 0.3 |
| 2020s | 7 | +22% | 1.0 |
In the 1990s about 5 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 7. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.5 a year in 2016–19 and 1.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 31014
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 31014?
75 truck crashes have been reported in Bleckley County since 2015, with 16 deaths and 64 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 31014?
NHTSA data shows SR-87 with 2 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 31014 since 2015, the highest of any road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 31014?
October has the most truck crashes in Bleckley County, 13.3% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 31014?
Since 2015, Bleckley County has reported 0 garbage-truck crashes, or 0.0% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 31014 compare with Georgia for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Bleckley County has 50.4 truck crashes a year; Georgia has 62.4.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 31014?
Paste your stops into the free CurbWaste Route Planner: it scores your route against fatal-crash locations, suggests safer alternatives and flags low bridges.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.