ZIP 34433 (Dunnellon, FL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 34433: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Citrus 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
0.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 6.0 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Citrus County compares with Florida
Citrus County against Florida and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Citrus County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Citrus County | Florida | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 19.6 | 37.4 | 49.7 | 48% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.0 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.5× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.53 | 0.51 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 9.0% | 3.8% | 2.3% | 2.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.0% | 0.1% | 6.2% | 100% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 30.6% | 25.2% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 5.2% | 8.9% | 13.8% | 42% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.6% | 42.1% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 16.1% | 24.2% | 24.8% | 33% below the state |
Citrus County sits below Florida on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. It runs above Florida on deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
Citrus County at a glance: 1 in 11 crashes involve a garbage truck (34 since 2015), vs 3.8% across Florida.
Overview
Citrus County has recorded 383 truck crashes since 2015, with 205 people injured and 26 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 11 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
September has the most truck crashes, 11.0% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (6.3%).
November through March accounts for 42.6% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.1% in Florida.
By time of day, 9–10 am stands out with 9.7% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 0.0% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Florida: 0.1%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-19 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (4). It is followed by CR-491 (2), US-41 (2) and CR-495 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
34 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 8.9% share (Florida: 3.8%).
Garbage-truck crashes peak in December (18% of them).
They recorded 0.0 deaths per 100 crashes, against 6.0 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 34433 fleets
- Plan September schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Citrus County.
- Where you can, review stops along US-19; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in December; review collection routes for that month.
- Morning starts matter: 30.6% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Florida.
- 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 Citrus County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-19 | 4 |
| CR-491 | 2 |
| US-41 | 2 |
| CR-495 | 1 |
| Mu-Fort Island Trl | 1 |
| SR-44 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Citrus County) |
|---|---|
| E Gulf To Lake Hwy | 20 |
| US-19 | 19 |
| State Road 44 | 17 |
| N Suncoast Blvd | 14 |
| W Gulf To Lake Hwy | 11 |
| N Lecanto Hwy | 11 |
| US-41 | 11 |
| S Florida Ave | 10 |
ZIP 34433 at a glance
| Population | 8,411 |
| Density | 96 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $58,946 |
| Median home value | $236,498 |
| Home ownership | 84% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Citrus 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 | 13 | — | 2.0 |
| 2000s | 16 | +25% | 2.0 |
| 2010s | 22 | +34% | 1.7 |
| 2020s | 38 | +79% | 1.8 |
In the 1990s about 13 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 38. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 2.8 a year in 2016–19, 1.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 34433
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 34433?
Since 2015, 383 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Citrus County (205 injured, 26 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 34433?
Since 2015, US-19 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 34433: 4.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 34433?
Truck crashes in Citrus County peak in September, with 11.0% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 34433?
Garbage trucks were involved in 34 reported crashes in Citrus County since 2015 (8.9% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 34433 compare with Florida?
The yearly rate is 19.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Citrus County, vs 37.4 for Florida.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 34433?
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.