ZIP 36749 (Jones, AL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 36749: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Autauga 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
6 of 517 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Autauga County compares with Alabama
Autauga County against Alabama and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Autauga County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Autauga County | Alabama | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 72.5 | 80.8 | 49.7 | 10% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.9 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.47 | 0.46 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.2% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 46% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 1.0% | 0.8% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.7% | 22.5% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 10.2% | 12.3% | 13.8% | 17% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 39.2% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 20.4% | 23.7% | 24.8% | 14% below the state |
Autauga County sits below Alabama on crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and in rain, sleet or snow. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for ZIP 36749: SR-22 2 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 36749.
Overview
Autauga County has recorded 517 truck crashes since 2015, with 232 people injured and 25 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 8 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
October has the most truck crashes, 10.3% of the yearly total, while January has the fewest (7.2%).
November through March accounts for 39.2% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.8% in Alabama.
The busiest hour is 9–10 am, with 8.7% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 1.0% of truck crashes, compared with 0.8% in Alabama.
Where crashes happen
SR-22 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 36749 with 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: CR-1 (1), CR-83 (1) and Us-Sr 6 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
6 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.2% share (Alabama: 2.3%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 36749 fleets
- Build extra time into October routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to SR-22 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Morning starts matter: 24.7% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Alabama.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 1.0% of truck crashes here, more than Alabama; schedule winter checks early.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Autauga County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-22 | 2 |
| CR-1 | 1 |
| CR-83 | 1 |
| Us-Sr 6 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Autauga County) |
|---|---|
| I-65 | 148 |
| US-82 | 58 |
| Al-14 | 41 |
| US-31 | 32 |
| Jensen Rd | 15 |
| S Memorial Dr | 11 |
| Us Hwy 82 Bypass | 10 |
| Us Hwy 82 Byp | 10 |
ZIP 36749 at a glance
| Population | 864 |
| Density | 5 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $39,167 |
| Home ownership | 89% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Autauga 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 | 28 | — | 1.2 |
| 2000s | 40 | +46% | 1.7 |
| 2010s | 39 | -3% | 1.8 |
| 2020s | 44 | +14% | 1.6 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 28 to 44. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 1.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 36749
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 36749?
Since 2015, 517 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Autauga County (232 injured, 25 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 36749?
SR-22 had 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 36749 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 36749?
October has the most truck crashes in Autauga County, 10.3% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 36749?
Since 2015, Autauga County has reported 6 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.2% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 36749 compare with Alabama?
Autauga County records 72.5 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 80.8 across Alabama.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 36749?
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.