ZIP 35542 (Bankston, AL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 35542: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Fayette 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
2 of 122 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Fayette County compares with Alabama
Fayette County against Alabama and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Fayette County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Fayette County | Alabama | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 65.3 | 80.8 | 49.7 | 19% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.4 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.3× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.54 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.8% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 23% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.0% | 0.8% | 6.2% | 100% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 28.1% | 22.5% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.7% | 12.3% | 13.8% | 22% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 36.0% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 12% below the state |
| After dark | 14.0% | 23.7% | 24.8% | 41% below the state |
Fayette County sits below Alabama on crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. It runs above Alabama on deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for Fayette County: 0.0% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 0.8% in Alabama.
Overview
Since 2015, 122 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Fayette County. They injured 70 people and killed 5.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 35 days.
When crashes happen
April has the most truck crashes, 10.7% of the yearly total, while February has the fewest (4.9%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 36.0% of truck crashes, vs 40.8% for Alabama.
By time of day, 9–10 am stands out with 10.7% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.0% of truck crashes, compared with 0.8% in Alabama.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 35542 since 2015: SR-13 (2), CR-80 (1) and CR-HEARTLINE Rd (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 2 of the truck crashes here, or 1.6%, compared with 2.3% in Alabama.
Route planning tips for ZIP 35542 fleets
- Plan April schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Fayette County.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 28.1% of truck crashes here, more than Alabama; adjust start times where you can.
- 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 Fayette County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-13 | 2 |
| CR-80 | 1 |
| CR-HEARTLINE Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Fayette County) |
|---|---|
| Al-13 | 14 |
| Al-102 | 11 |
| Al-96 | 11 |
| Temple Ave | 7 |
| US-43 | 6 |
| Al-18 | 6 |
| Al-107 | 6 |
| Al-171 | 4 |
ZIP 35542 at a glance
| Population | 1,197 |
| Density | 8 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $44,674 |
| Median home value | $109,546 |
| Home ownership | 90% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Fayette 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 | 11 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 11 | -3% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 10 | -7% | 0.4 |
| 2020s | 10 | +2% | 0.4 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 11 to 10. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.8 a year in 2016–19 and 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 35542
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 35542?
Fayette County has had 122 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 70 people and killing 5.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 35542?
Truck crashes in Fayette County peak in April, with 10.7% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 35542?
Garbage trucks were involved in 2 reported crashes in Fayette County since 2015 (1.6% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 35542 compared with Alabama?
Per 100,000 residents, Fayette County has 65.3 truck crashes a year; Alabama has 80.8.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 35542?
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.