ZIP 37650 (Erwin, TN) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 37650: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Unicoi 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
0 of 103 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Unicoi County compares with Tennessee
Unicoi County against Tennessee and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Unicoi County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Unicoi County | Tennessee | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 45.3 | 60.1 | 49.7 | 25% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.4 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 13% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.28 | 0.48 | 0.49 | 42% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.0% | 1.9% | 2.3% | 100% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 11.2% | 2.3% | 6.2% | 4.8× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 29.2% | 21.8% | 23.7% | 1.3× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.2% | 14.9% | 13.8% | 25% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 51.7% | 40.5% | 41.9% | 1.3× the state |
| After dark | 25.8% | 25.9% | 24.8% | same |
Unicoi County has lower values than Tennessee for crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. It stands out for higher on snow, slush or ice, morning rush (6–10 am) and winter months (nov–mar).
Unicoi County at a glance: 11.2% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 2.3% in Tennessee.
Overview
Police reported 103 crashes involving commercial trucks in Unicoi County since 2015: 30 people were injured and 3 were killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 45 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is February with 13.6% of truck crashes; the quietest is April at 3.9%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 51.7% of truck crashes, vs 40.5% for Tennessee.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 10.7% of truck crashes.
11.2% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 2.3% across Tennessee.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-107 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (3). It is followed by I-26 (2), CR-DRY Creek Rd (1) and SR-197 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Since 2015, no garbage-truck crashes were reported for Unicoi County.
Route planning tips for ZIP 37650 fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Unicoi County.
- Look at alternatives to SR-107 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Morning starts matter: 29.2% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Tennessee.
- 11.2% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Tennessee; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
Sources: the FMCSA crash file for all reported truck crashes and NHTSA FARS for fatal crashes with a large truck. Every statement here comes straight from those numbers.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Unicoi County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-107 | 3 |
| I-26 | 2 |
| CR-DRY Creek Rd | 1 |
| SR-197 | 1 |
| Ssr-1354 Coxes Creek Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Unicoi County) |
|---|---|
| I-26 | 66 |
| Jonesborough Rd | 3 |
| Rock Creek Rd | 3 |
| Unicoi Dr | 3 |
| Jackson Love Hwy | 2 |
| N Main Ave | 2 |
| SR-107 | 2 |
| SR-352 | 2 |
ZIP 37650 at a glance
| Population | 12,774 |
| Density | 51 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $50,654 |
| Median home value | $168,888 |
| Home ownership | 76% |
Historical data: truck crashes in Unicoi 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 | 2 | — | 0.2 |
| 2000s | 5 | +194% | 0.0 |
| 2010s | 7 | +47% | 0.2 |
| 2020s | 11 | +48% | 0.4 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 2 to 11. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.0 a year in 2016–19 and 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 37650
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 37650?
Since 2015, 103 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Unicoi County (30 injured, 3 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 37650?
SR-107 had 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 37650 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 37650?
The worst month is February: 13.6% of truck crashes in Unicoi County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 37650?
Since 2015, Unicoi County has reported 0 garbage-truck crashes, or 0.0% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 37650 compared with Tennessee?
Unicoi County records 45.3 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 60.1 across Tennessee.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 37650?
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.