ZIP 31649 (Stockton, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 31649: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Lanier 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
1 of 58 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Lanier County compares with Georgia
Lanier County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Lanier County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Lanier County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 48.7 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 22% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.6 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.66 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.3× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.8% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 32% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 1.8% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 3.8× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.8% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 8.9% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 21% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 46.4% | 40.9% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 26.8% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
Lanier County sits below Georgia on crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and in rain, sleet or snow. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
Lanier County at a glance: 1.8% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Georgia: 0.5%).
Overview
Police reported 58 crashes involving commercial trucks in Lanier County since 2015: 38 people were injured and 2 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 72 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is December with 20.7% of truck crashes; the quietest is April at 3.4%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 46.4% of truck crashes, vs 40.9% for Georgia.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 13.8% of truck crashes.
1.8% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 0.5% across Georgia.
Where crashes happen
Since 2015, fatal crashes with a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 31649 happened on SR-38 (1), US-221 (1) and Us-Sr38 (1); no road leads clearly.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 1 crash, 1.7% of the total, against 2.6% across Georgia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 31649 fleets
- Plan December schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Lanier County.
- 26.8% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Georgia; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 1.8% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Georgia; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Lanier County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-38 | 1 |
| US-221 | 1 |
| Us-Sr38 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Lanier County) |
|---|---|
| Ga 11 Near Jl Gaskins Lane | 2 |
| Ga-38 At Ga-11 | 2 |
| Sr 38 Near Buford Rd | 2 |
| 31.0303141501924 1Fupdszb3Xda71520 | 1 |
| Boyette Road 0.3 Miles East Live Oak Trail | 1 |
| Davis Rd 50 Ft Old Stockton Rd | 1 |
| E Highway 37 Near N Highway 221 | 1 |
| G A122 At Boyette | 1 |
ZIP 31649 at a glance
| Population | 1,051 |
| Density | 13 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $93,980 |
| Home ownership | 89% |
Historical data: truck crashes in Lanier 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 | 4 | — | 0.3 |
| 2000s | 5 | +22% | 0.4 |
| 2010s | 4 | -24% | 0.0 |
| 2020s | 5 | +32% | 0.4 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 4 to 5. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 0.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 31649
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 31649?
Since 2015, 58 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Lanier County (38 injured, 2 killed).
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 31649?
December has the most truck crashes in Lanier County, 20.7% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 31649?
1 crash involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Lanier County since 2015, 1.7% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 31649 compared with Georgia?
Per 100,000 residents, Lanier County has 48.7 truck crashes a year; Georgia has 62.4.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 31649?
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.