ZIP 31083 (Scotland, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 31083: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Telfair 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 80 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Telfair County compares with Georgia
Telfair County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Telfair County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Telfair County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 62.0 | 62.4 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.7 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 2.0× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.68 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.4× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.7% | 2.6% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.7% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 5.7× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 33.3% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.5× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 8.0% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 30% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.3% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 14.7% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 40% below the state |
Compared with Georgia, Telfair County is lower on in rain, sleet or snow and after dark. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Telfair County: 2.7% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 0.5% across Georgia.
Overview
Telfair County has recorded 80 truck crashes since 2015, with 52 people injured and 5 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 54 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
April has the most truck crashes, 13.8% of the yearly total, while July has the fewest (2.5%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 41.3% of truck crashes, against 40.9% across Georgia.
By time of day, 6–7 am stands out with 11.2% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 2.7% of truck crashes, compared with 0.5% in Georgia.
Where crashes happen
US-280 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 31083 with 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come CR-026700 Tom Haley Rd (1), SR-19 (1) and SR-27 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 2 of the truck crashes here, or 2.5%, compared with 2.6% in Georgia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 31083 fleets
- Plan April schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Telfair County.
- Where you can, review stops along US-280; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 33.3% of truck crashes here, more than Georgia; adjust start times where you can.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 2.7% 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
Sources: the FMCSA crash file for all reported truck crashes and NHTSA FARS for fatal crashes with a large truck. Every statement here comes straight from those numbers.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Telfair County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-280 | 2 |
| CR-026700 Tom Haley Rd | 1 |
| SR-19 | 1 |
| SR-27 | 1 |
| SR-31 | 1 |
| US-441 | 1 |
| Us-Sr31 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Telfair County) |
|---|---|
| Sr31 Near Mm15 | 3 |
| Ga 27 / Whatley Farm Rd | 2 |
| Georgia 31 At Fern Road | 2 |
| Third Avenue At Pine Street | 2 |
| 134 8Th St | 1 |
| 3Rd Ave | 1 |
| E Oak St | 1 |
| E Oak St Spaulding Drive | 1 |
ZIP 31083 at a glance
| Population | 187 |
| Density | 88 per sq mi |
| Home ownership | 70% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Telfair 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 | — | 0.3 |
| 2000s | 8 | -48% | 0.3 |
| 2010s | 6 | -17% | 0.4 |
| 2020s | 8 | +21% | 0.6 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 14 to 8. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.5 a year in 2016–19, 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 31083
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 31083?
Telfair County has had 80 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 52 people and killing 5.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 31083?
US-280 had 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 31083 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 31083?
The worst month is April: 13.8% of truck crashes in Telfair County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 31083?
Garbage trucks were involved in 2 reported crashes in Telfair County since 2015 (2.5% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 31083 compared with Georgia?
Per 100,000 residents, Telfair County has 62.0 truck crashes a year; Georgia has 62.4.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 31083?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.