ZIP 38650 (Myrtle, MS) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 38650: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Union 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 of 356 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Union County compares with Mississippi
Union County against Mississippi and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Union County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Union County | Mississippi | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 105.1 | 65.0 | 49.7 | 1.6× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.7 | 5.1 | 3.4 | 47% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.47 | 0.54 | 0.49 | 13% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.3% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 81% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 3.4% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 2.0× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 22.9% | 23.7% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 14.9% | 12.5% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 36.6% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 10% below the state |
| After dark | 31.7% | 24.0% | 24.8% | 1.3× the state |
Union County has lower values than Mississippi for deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share. It runs above Mississippi on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow.
What stands out in Union County: 3.4% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 1.7% in Mississippi.
Overview
Union County has recorded 356 truck crashes since 2015, with 164 people injured and 9 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 12 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
June has the most truck crashes, 10.1% of the yearly total, while March has the fewest (5.3%).
November through March accounts for 36.6% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.8% in Mississippi.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 9.0% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 3.4% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Mississippi: 1.7%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-15 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (4). After it: SR-30 (3), I-22 (1) and SR-5 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 2 crashes, 0.6% of the total, against 1.6% across Mississippi.
Route planning tips for ZIP 38650 fleets
- Plan June schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Union County.
- Check whether your routes use SR-15, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- With 3.4% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Mississippi), plan winter equipment checks early.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
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 Union County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-15 | 4 |
| SR-30 | 3 |
| I-22 | 1 |
| SR-5 | 1 |
| US-78 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Union County) |
|---|---|
| I-22 | 40 |
| SR-15 | 6 |
| Ms 15 | 5 |
| Ms Highway 15 | 5 |
| Munsford Drive | 3 |
| Highway 15 South | 2 |
| Magnolia Way | 2 |
| Park Plaza Drive | 2 |
ZIP 38650 at a glance
| Population | 4,599 |
| Density | 22 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $65,000 |
| Median home value | $184,772 |
| Home ownership | 79% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Union 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 | 11 | — | 1.3 |
| 2000s | 17 | +56% | 1.1 |
| 2010s | 24 | +43% | 0.8 |
| 2020s | 30 | +24% | 1.2 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 11 to 30. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.0 a year in 2016–19, 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 38650
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 38650?
Union County has had 356 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 164 people and killing 9.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 38650?
SR-15 had 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 38650 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 38650?
The worst month is June: 10.1% of truck crashes in Union County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 38650?
2 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Union County since 2015, 0.6% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 38650 compare with Mississippi for truck crashes?
Union County records 105.1 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 65.0 across Mississippi.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 38650?
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.