ZIP 34987 (Port Saint Lucie, FL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 34987: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in St. Lucie 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 4.6 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How St. Lucie County compares with Florida
St. Lucie County against Florida and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where St. Lucie County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | St. Lucie County | Florida | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 35.0 | 37.4 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.6 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.54 | 0.51 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.6% | 3.8% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.1% | 0.1% | 6.2% | 1.6× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.2% | 25.2% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.8% | 8.9% | 13.8% | 1.3× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.2% | 42.1% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 25.6% | 24.2% | 24.8% | same |
It runs above Florida on deaths per 100 crashes, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow.
St. Lucie County at a glance: 0.1% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 0.1% across Florida.
Overview
Police reported 1,578 crashes involving commercial trucks in St. Lucie County since 2015: 846 people were injured and 73 were killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 3 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
October has the most truck crashes, 10.0% of the yearly total, while June has the fewest (7.4%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 43.2% of truck crashes, vs 42.1% for Florida.
By time of day, 7–8 am stands out with 7.2% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.1% of truck crashes, compared with 0.1% in Florida.
Where crashes happen
SR-91 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 34987 with 7 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by I-95 (5), SR-70 (4) and Becker Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 57 crashes, 3.6% of the total, against 3.8% across Florida.
Garbage-truck crashes peak in February (12% of them).
They recorded 0.0 deaths per 100 crashes, against 4.6 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 34987 fleets
- Review driver schedules for October, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to SR-91 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- For residential and commercial waste routes, look again at February schedules: garbage-truck crashes peak then.
- With 0.1% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Florida), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 St. Lucie County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-91 | 7 |
| I-95 | 5 |
| SR-70 | 4 |
| Becker Rd | 1 |
| CR-709 | 1 |
| CR-712 | 1 |
| CR-714 | 1 |
| CR-714 Martin Highway | 1 |
| Commerce Centre Dr | 1 |
| Midway Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (St. Lucie County) |
|---|---|
| Interstate 95 (State Road 9) | 82 |
| S Us Highway 1 | 53 |
| Okeechobee Rd | 42 |
| Interstate 95(State Road 9) | 25 |
| Floridas Tpke | 24 |
| N Us Highway 1 | 23 |
| I-95 (Sr-9) | 21 |
| Sb Interstate 95 (State Road 9) | 21 |
ZIP 34987 at a glance
| Population | 21,727 |
| Density | 73 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $90,201 |
| Median home value | $461,677 |
| Home ownership | 81% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in St. Lucie 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 | 23 | — | 3.0 |
| 2000s | 63 | +169% | 4.0 |
| 2010s | 85 | +36% | 2.9 |
| 2020s | 158 | +85% | 5.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 23 a year in the 1990s and 158 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 3.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 5.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 34987
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 34987?
Since 2015, 1,578 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in St. Lucie County (846 injured, 73 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 34987?
Since 2015, SR-91 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 34987: 7.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 34987?
The worst month is October: 10.0% of truck crashes in St. Lucie County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 34987?
Since 2015, St. Lucie County has reported 57 garbage-truck crashes, or 3.6% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 34987 compare with Florida?
Per 100,000 residents, St. Lucie County has 35.0 truck crashes a year; Florida has 37.4.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 34987?
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.