ZIP 38257 (South Fulton, TN) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 38257: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Obion 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 225 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Obion County compares with Tennessee
Obion County against Tennessee and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Obion County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Obion County | Tennessee | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 64.3 | 60.1 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.7 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 1.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.57 | 0.48 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.8% | 1.9% | 2.3% | 1.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 5.1% | 2.3% | 6.2% | 2.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 27.1% | 21.8% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 15.9% | 14.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 45.3% | 40.5% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 21.5% | 25.9% | 24.8% | 17% below the state |
Compared with Tennessee, Obion County is lower on after dark. It runs above Tennessee on deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share.
Obion County at a glance: 5.1% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 2.3% across Tennessee.
Overview
Obion County has recorded 225 truck crashes since 2015, with 132 people injured and 10 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 19 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is January with 13.3% of truck crashes; the quietest is July at 3.6%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 45.3% of truck crashes, vs 40.5% for Tennessee.
More truck crashes happen at 3–4 pm than at any other hour (9.8%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 5.1% of truck crashes, compared with 2.3% in Tennessee.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-51 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (4). After it: SR-9003 (1) and US-45E (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
6 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.7% share (Tennessee: 1.9%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 38257 fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Obion County.
- Look at alternatives to US-51 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- 27.1% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Tennessee; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 5.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Tennessee; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Obion County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-51 | 4 |
| SR-9003 | 1 |
| US-45E | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Obion County) |
|---|---|
| N Hwy 51 | 31 |
| US-51 | 19 |
| N Everett Blvd | 9 |
| S Hwy 51 | 9 |
| W Reelfoot Av | 8 |
| S Hwy 45 | 6 |
| Pleasant Hill Rd | 5 |
| SR-184 | 5 |
ZIP 38257 at a glance
| Population | 4,437 |
| Density | 31 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $58,849 |
| Median home value | $113,671 |
| Home ownership | 73% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Obion 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 | 9 | — | 1.0 |
| 2000s | 12 | +36% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 16 | +34% | 0.6 |
| 2020s | 21 | +35% | 0.6 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 9 to 21. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 0.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 38257
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 38257?
Since 2015, 225 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Obion County (132 injured, 10 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 38257?
NHTSA data shows US-51 with 4 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 38257 since 2015, the highest of any road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 38257?
Truck crashes in Obion County peak in January, with 13.3% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 38257?
Since 2015, Obion County has reported 6 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.7% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 38257 compare with Tennessee for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 64.3 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Obion County, vs 60.1 for Tennessee.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 38257?
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.