ZIP 31735 (Cobb, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 31735: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Sumter 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
9 of 168 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Sumter County compares with Georgia
Sumter County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Sumter County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Sumter County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 48.6 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 22% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.9 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 1.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.68 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.4× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 5.8% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 2.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.7% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 1.4× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 21.3% | 22.6% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.0% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 21% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 37.4% | 40.9% | 41.9% | 8% below the state |
| After dark | 11.6% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 53% below the state |
Compared with Georgia, Sumter County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, in rain, sleet or snow and winter months (nov–mar). It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share.
The headline for Sumter County: 1 in 17 of truck crashes here involve garbage trucks: 5.8%, vs 2.6% in Georgia.
Overview
Police reported 168 crashes involving commercial trucks in Sumter County since 2015: 105 people were injured and 7 were killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 26 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is June with 11.9% of truck crashes; the quietest is November at 4.8%.
November through March accounts for 37.4% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.9% in Georgia.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 12.5% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.7% of truck crashes, compared with 0.5% in Georgia.
Where crashes happen
Fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 31735 since 2015 were spread across roads: SR-30 (3), SR-300 (3), CR-035800 (1) and Us-Sr30 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 9 crashes, 5.4% of the total, against 2.6% across Georgia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 31735 fleets
- Plan June schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Sumter County.
- 0.7% 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 Sumter County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-30 | 3 |
| SR-300 | 3 |
| CR-035800 | 1 |
| Us-Sr30 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Sumter County) |
|---|---|
| Ga 3 / Ga 30 | 3 |
| E Lamar Sr 27 100 Ft E Of Hudson St | 2 |
| Ga 195 / Lamar Road | 2 |
| Ga 30 Mm 34 | 2 |
| Ga 49 Mm 12 | 2 |
| Ga Highway 195 N Near Mile Marker 6 | 2 |
| Georgia 49 Near Arch Helm Road | 2 |
| South Ga Tech Pkwy | 2 |
ZIP 31735 at a glance
| Population | 543 |
| Density | 11 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $60,000 |
| Median home value | $223,430 |
| Home ownership | 72% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Sumter 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 | 24 | — | 1.2 |
| 2000s | 18 | -25% | 1.1 |
| 2010s | 15 | -19% | 0.7 |
| 2020s | 13 | -12% | 0.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 24 a year in the 1990s and 13 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 1.5 a year in 2016–19 and 0.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 31735
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 31735?
168 truck crashes have been reported in Sumter County since 2015, with 7 deaths and 105 injuries.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 31735?
June has the most truck crashes in Sumter County, 11.9% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 31735?
Garbage trucks were involved in 9 reported crashes in Sumter County since 2015 (5.4% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 31735 compared with Georgia?
The yearly rate is 48.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Sumter County, vs 62.4 for Georgia.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 31735?
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.