ZIP 35619 (Danville, AL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 35619: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Lawrence 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
9 of 380 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Lawrence County compares with Alabama
Lawrence County against Alabama and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Lawrence County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Lawrence County | Alabama | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 97.8 | 80.8 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.9 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 2.0× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.55 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.5% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.1× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.2% | 0.8% | 6.2% | 2.8× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.1% | 22.5% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.6% | 12.3% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 38.8% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 22.4% | 23.7% | 24.8% | same |
Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
Lawrence County at a glance: 2.2% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 0.8% in Alabama.
Overview
Police reported 380 crashes involving commercial trucks in Lawrence County since 2015: 202 people were injured and 25 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 11 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is September with 12.4% of truck crashes; the quietest is April at 5.3%.
November through March accounts for 38.8% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.8% in Alabama.
By time of day, 7–8 am stands out with 8.7% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 2.2% of truck crashes, compared with 0.8% in Alabama.
Where crashes happen
SR-157 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 35619 with 5 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: SR-36 (3), CR-87 (1) and SR-24 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
9 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.4% share (Alabama: 2.3%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 35619 fleets
- Build extra time into September routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to SR-157 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- 24.1% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Alabama; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- With 2.2% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Alabama), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 Lawrence County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-157 | 5 |
| SR-36 | 3 |
| CR-87 | 1 |
| SR-24 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Lawrence County) |
|---|---|
| Al-157 | 79 |
| Al-20 | 68 |
| Al-24 | 62 |
| Al-33 | 22 |
| Al-101 | 10 |
| Al Hwy 157 | 9 |
| Us Alt 72 | 7 |
| Al-36 | 7 |
ZIP 35619 at a glance
| Population | 5,343 |
| Density | 16 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $65,863 |
| Median home value | $168,545 |
| Home ownership | 82% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Lawrence 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 | 27 | — | 2.3 |
| 2000s | 36 | +33% | 3.1 |
| 2010s | 35 | -4% | 1.9 |
| 2020s | 30 | -13% | 3.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 27 a year in the 1990s and 30 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 0.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 3.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 35619
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 35619?
Lawrence County has had 380 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 202 people and killing 25.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 35619?
SR-157 had 5 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 35619 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 35619?
September has the most truck crashes in Lawrence County, 12.4% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 35619?
Garbage trucks were involved in 9 reported crashes in Lawrence County since 2015 (2.4% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 35619 compared with Alabama?
Lawrence County records 97.8 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 80.8 across Alabama.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 35619?
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.