ZIP 37086 (La Vergne, TN) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 37086: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Rutherford 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
2.7 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.5 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Rutherford County compares with Tennessee
Rutherford County against Tennessee and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Rutherford County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Rutherford County | Tennessee | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 54.8 | 60.1 | 49.7 | 9% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.5 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 36% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.46 | 0.48 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.6% | 1.9% | 2.3% | 16% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.1% | 2.3% | 6.2% | 9% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.7% | 21.8% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.7% | 14.9% | 13.8% | 15% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.9% | 40.5% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 28.5% | 25.9% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
Rutherford County sits below Tennessee on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share. It runs above Tennessee on morning rush (6–10 am) and after dark.
The headline for ZIP 37086: I-24 deadliest road: 15 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 37086 since 2015.
Overview
Rutherford County has recorded 2,424 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,139 people injured and 60 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 2 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is October with 9.3% of truck crashes; the quietest is November at 7.6%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 40.9% of truck crashes, vs 40.5% for Tennessee.
By time of day, 8–9 am stands out with 6.8% of truck crashes.
2.1% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 2.3% across Tennessee.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-24 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (15). After it: US-41 (4), SR-255 (3) and Bell Rd (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 37 of the truck crashes here, or 1.5%, compared with 1.9% in Tennessee.
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in October (24%).
They recorded 2.7 deaths per 100 crashes, against 2.5 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 37086 fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Rutherford County.
- Check whether your routes use I-24, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in October; review collection routes for that month.
- 23.7% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Tennessee; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 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 Rutherford County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-24 | 15 |
| US-41 | 4 |
| SR-255 | 3 |
| Bell Rd | 2 |
| Waldron Rd | 2 |
| Buchanan St | 1 |
| CR-COUCHVILLE Pk | 1 |
| CR-FLORENCE Rd | 1 |
| Firestone Pkwy | 1 |
| I-840 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Rutherford County) |
|---|---|
| I-24 | 1,014 |
| I-840 | 139 |
| S Church St | 79 |
| Nw Broad St | 48 |
| Ramp | 34 |
| Shelbyville Pike | 32 |
| Waldron Rd | 29 |
| W Sam Ridley Pkwy | 27 |
ZIP 37086 at a glance
| Population | 38,872 |
| Density | 606 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $78,857 |
| Median home value | $303,173 |
| Home ownership | 73% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Rutherford 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 | 44 | — | 2.7 |
| 2000s | 85 | +94% | 3.5 |
| 2010s | 158 | +86% | 3.9 |
| 2020s | 218 | +38% | 5.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 44 a year in the 1990s and 218 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 3.8 a year in 2016–19, 5.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 37086
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 37086?
Since 2015, 2,424 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Rutherford County (1,139 injured, 60 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 37086?
I-24 had 15 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 37086 since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 37086?
Truck crashes in Rutherford County peak in October, with 9.3% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 37086?
37 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Rutherford County since 2015, 1.5% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 37086 compare with Tennessee for truck crashes?
Rutherford County records 54.8 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 60.1 across Tennessee.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 37086?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.