ZIP 37690 (Telford, TN) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 37690: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Washington 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
21 of 429 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Washington County compares with Tennessee
Washington County against Tennessee and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Washington County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Washington County | Tennessee | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 26.2 | 60.1 | 49.7 | 56% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.5 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 10% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.47 | 0.48 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 4.5% | 1.9% | 2.3% | 2.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 3.2% | 2.3% | 6.2% | 1.4× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.6% | 21.8% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 13.9% | 14.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.8% | 40.5% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 17.7% | 25.9% | 24.8% | 32% below the state |
Washington County sits below Tennessee on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and after dark. It stands out for higher garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for Washington County: 1 in 22 crashes involve a garbage truck (21 since 2015), vs 1.9% across Tennessee.
Overview
Washington County has recorded 429 truck crashes since 2015, with 195 people injured and 15 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 10 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
January has the most truck crashes, 11.2% of the yearly total, while March has the fewest (5.8%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 40.8% of truck crashes, vs 40.5% for Tennessee.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 10.0% of truck crashes.
3.2% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 2.3% across Tennessee.
Where crashes happen
SR-107 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 37690 with 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: CR-A A Deakins Road (1), CR-DRY Creek Rd (1) and CR-LEESBURG Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
21 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 4.9% share (Tennessee: 1.9%).
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in May (29%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 37690 fleets
- Review driver schedules for January, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to SR-107 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in May; review collection routes for that month.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 23.6% of truck crashes here, more than Tennessee; adjust start times where you can.
- 3.2% 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
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 Washington County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-107 | 3 |
| CR-A A Deakins Road | 1 |
| CR-DRY Creek Rd | 1 |
| CR-LEESBURG Rd | 1 |
| CR-SNAPPS Ferry Rd | 1 |
| Fordtown Rd | 1 |
| SR-354 | 1 |
| SR-81 | 1 |
| SR-93 | 1 |
| US-11E | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Washington County) |
|---|---|
| I-81 | 43 |
| I-26 Us-23 Interstate Hwy | 31 |
| I-26 | 9 |
| SR-11 | 8 |
| Sr-381 N State Of Franklin Rd | 7 |
| I-26 Us-23 19W Sr-36 Inter Hwy | 6 |
| Boones Creek Rd | 5 |
| W Market St | 5 |
ZIP 37690 at a glance
| Population | 4,722 |
| Density | 72 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $74,286 |
| Median home value | $271,012 |
| Home ownership | 86% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Washington 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 | 10 | — | 1.5 |
| 2000s | 23 | +124% | 1.0 |
| 2010s | 32 | +39% | 0.9 |
| 2020s | 39 | +24% | 1.6 |
In the 1990s about 10 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 39. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 1.2 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 37690
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 37690?
429 truck crashes have been reported in Washington County since 2015, with 15 deaths and 195 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 37690?
Since 2015, SR-107 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 37690: 3.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 37690?
Truck crashes in Washington County peak in January, with 11.2% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 37690?
21 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Washington County since 2015, 4.9% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 37690 compare with Tennessee?
Per 100,000 residents, Washington County has 26.2 truck crashes a year; Tennessee has 60.1.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 37690?
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.