ZIP 31814 (Louvale, GA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 31814: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Stewart 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 116 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Stewart County compares with Georgia
Stewart County against Georgia and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Stewart County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Stewart County | Georgia | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 207.9 | 62.4 | 49.7 | 3.3× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.6 | 3.3 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.44 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 12% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.9% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 66% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.0% | 0.5% | 6.2% | 100% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.6% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.8% | 11.4% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.6% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 24.6% | 24.5% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Georgia, Stewart County is lower on injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. It runs above Georgia on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and morning rush (6–10 am).
What stands out in Stewart County: July 15.5% of truck crashes happen in July, more than any other month.
Overview
Stewart County has recorded 116 truck crashes since 2015, with 53 people injured and 5 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 36 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is July with 15.5% of truck crashes; the quietest is October at 3.4%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 43.6% of truck crashes, against 40.9% across Georgia.
The busiest hour is 2–3 pm, with 9.5% 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
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 31814 is SR-520, with 5 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. Next come SR-26 (2), SR-165 (1) and SR-39 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 1 crash, 0.9% of the total, against 2.6% across Georgia.
Route planning tips for ZIP 31814 fleets
- Build extra time into July routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use SR-520, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 24.6% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Georgia; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 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 Stewart County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-520 | 5 |
| SR-26 | 2 |
| SR-165 | 1 |
| SR-39 | 1 |
| US-27 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Stewart County) |
|---|---|
| Sr 520 Mm6 | 3 |
| Ga 520 | 3 |
| Ga 1 At M 7 | 2 |
| Ga 520 / Ga 27 | 2 |
| Ga 520 Mm 6 | 2 |
| Sr 520 Mm 7 | 2 |
| Sr520 At Sr27 | 2 |
| County Line Rd | 1 |
ZIP 31814 at a glance
| Population | 10 |
| Density | 0 per sq mi |
| Home ownership | 100% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Stewart 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 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 8 | +2% | 0.4 |
| 2010s | 10 | +29% | 0.1 |
| 2020s | 8 | -19% | 0.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 7 a year in the 1990s and 8 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.2 a year in 2016–19, 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 31814
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 31814?
Since 2015, 116 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Stewart County (53 injured, 5 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 31814?
Since 2015, SR-520 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 31814: 5.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 31814?
The worst month is July: 15.5% of truck crashes in Stewart County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 31814?
Garbage trucks were involved in 1 reported crash in Stewart County since 2015 (0.9% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 31814 compared with Georgia?
Per 100,000 residents, Stewart County has 207.9 truck crashes a year; Georgia has 62.4.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 31814?
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.