ZIP 35575 (Lynn, AL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 35575: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Winston 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 155 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Winston County compares with Alabama
Winston County against Alabama and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Winston County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Winston County | Alabama | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 56.7 | 80.8 | 49.7 | 30% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.7 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.44 | 0.46 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 11% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.0% | 0.8% | 6.2% | 100% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.2% | 22.5% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 14.8% | 12.3% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 33.6% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 18% below the state |
| After dark | 15.4% | 23.7% | 24.8% | 35% below the state |
Winston County has lower values than Alabama for crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, morning rush (6–10 am) and in rain, sleet or snow.
Winston County at a glance: 0.0% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 0.8% in Alabama.
Overview
Winston County has recorded 155 truck crashes since 2015, with 70 people injured and 7 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 27 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is April with 11.0% of truck crashes; the quietest is November at 5.2%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 33.6% of truck crashes, vs 40.8% for Alabama.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 10.3% 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
I-22 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 35575 with 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: SR-13 (3), CR-OLD Hwy 78 (1) and Nauvoo Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
3 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.9% share (Alabama: 2.3%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 35575 fleets
- Build extra time into April routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Where you can, review stops along I-22; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Morning starts matter: 26.2% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Alabama.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
Crash counts come from the FMCSA crash file (police-reported crashes involving trucks over 10,000 lb); fatal-crash locations come from NHTSA FARS. Text on this page states only what these numbers show.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Winston County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-22 | 4 |
| SR-13 | 3 |
| CR-OLD Hwy 78 | 1 |
| Nauvoo Rd | 1 |
| US-278 | 1 |
| Us-Sr 74 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Winston County) |
|---|---|
| US-278 | 35 |
| Al-13 | 26 |
| Al-195 | 23 |
| Cr-41 | 8 |
| Al-243 | 6 |
| Al-129 | 4 |
| SR-278 | 3 |
| SR-195 | 3 |
ZIP 35575 at a glance
| Population | 946 |
| Density | 10 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $45,938 |
| Median home value | $69,278 |
| Home ownership | 82% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Winston 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 | 25 | — | 1.9 |
| 2000s | 19 | -25% | 1.0 |
| 2010s | 14 | -26% | 0.7 |
| 2020s | 13 | -9% | 0.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 25 a year in the 1990s and 13 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.8 a year in 2016–19 and 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 35575
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 35575?
155 truck crashes have been reported in Winston County since 2015, with 7 deaths and 70 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 35575?
I-22 had 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 35575 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 35575?
April has the most truck crashes in Winston County, 11.0% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 35575?
3 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Winston County since 2015, 1.9% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 35575 compare with Alabama for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Winston County has 56.7 truck crashes a year; Alabama has 80.8.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 35575?
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.