ZIP 31798 (Wray, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 31798: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Irwin 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
3 of 97 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Irwin County compares with Georgia
Irwin County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Irwin County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Irwin County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 89.4 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 1.4× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.7 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 2.0× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.64 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.3× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 1.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 1.1% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 2.4× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 30.0% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.3× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 5.6% | 11.4% | 13.8% | 51% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 37.8% | 40.9% | 41.9% | 8% below the state |
| After dark | 8.9% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 64% below the state |
Irwin County sits below Georgia on in rain, sleet or snow, winter months (nov–mar) and after dark. It runs above Georgia on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
Irwin County at a glance: 1.1% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 0.5% across Georgia.
Overview
Since 2015, 97 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Irwin County. They injured 58 people and killed 6.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 45 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is August with 12.4% of truck crashes; the quietest is January at 4.1%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 37.8% of truck crashes, against 40.9% across Georgia.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 14.4% of truck crashes.
1.1% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 0.5% across Georgia.
Where crashes happen
SR-32 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 31798 with 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by SR-107 (1), SR-206 (1) and SR-268 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 3 crashes, 3.1% of the total, against 2.6% across Georgia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 31798 fleets
- Review driver schedules for August, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use SR-32, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 30.0% of truck crashes here, more than Georgia; adjust start times where you can.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 1.1% of truck crashes here, more than Georgia; schedule winter checks early.
- 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 Irwin County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-32 | 4 |
| SR-107 | 1 |
| SR-206 | 1 |
| SR-268 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Irwin County) |
|---|---|
| Ga 11 / Greenbriar Dr | 2 |
| Ga 32 Near Crystal Lake Rd | 2 |
| Ga 32 Near Washington Road | 2 |
| Georgia Highway 32 Near Evergreen Road | 2 |
| Sr 125 / Sr 32 | 2 |
| Sr 32 / Sr 125 | 2 |
| 4Th Street At Almond Street | 1 |
| E. Fourth Street At Oak Street | 1 |
ZIP 31798 at a glance
| Population | 647 |
| Density | 3 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $58,480 |
| Median home value | $114,078 |
| Home ownership | 97% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Irwin 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 | 7 | — | 0.5 |
| 2000s | 6 | -11% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 7 | +11% | 0.6 |
| 2020s | 8 | +23% | 0.4 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 7 to 8. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 0.8 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 31798
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 31798?
97 truck crashes have been reported in Irwin County since 2015, with 6 deaths and 58 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 31798?
NHTSA data shows SR-32 with 4 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 31798 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 31798?
The worst month is August: 12.4% of truck crashes in Irwin County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 31798?
Garbage trucks were involved in 3 reported crashes in Irwin County since 2015 (3.1% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 31798 compare with Georgia for truck crashes?
Irwin County records 89.4 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 62.4 across Georgia.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 31798?
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.