ZIP 38671 (Southaven, MS) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 38671: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in DeSoto 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
4.2 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 3.1 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How DeSoto County compares with Mississippi
DeSoto County against Mississippi and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where DeSoto County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | DeSoto County | Mississippi | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 57.5 | 65.0 | 49.7 | 12% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.1 | 5.1 | 3.4 | 39% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.45 | 0.54 | 0.49 | 17% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 3.4% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 2.0× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.8% | 23.7% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 14.5% | 12.5% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.9% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 23.1% | 24.0% | 24.8% | same |
DeSoto County sits below Mississippi on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. Where it is higher: garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow.
The headline for DeSoto County: 3.4% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 1.7% in Mississippi.
Overview
DeSoto County has recorded 1,322 truck crashes since 2015, with 605 people injured and 39 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 3 days.
When crashes happen
August has the most truck crashes, 10.5% of the yearly total, while September has the fewest (6.6%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 40.9% of truck crashes, vs 40.8% for Mississippi.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 7.9% 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, US-78 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (18). After it: SR-175 (14), I-55 (13) and I-240 (8).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 25 crashes, 1.9% of the total, against 1.6% across Mississippi.
Their busiest month is October, with 16% of garbage-truck crashes.
They recorded 4.2 deaths per 100 crashes, against 3.1 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 38671 fleets
- Review driver schedules for August, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to US-78 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- For residential and commercial waste routes, look again at October schedules: garbage-truck crashes peak then.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 3.4% of truck crashes here, more than Mississippi; schedule winter checks early.
- 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 DeSoto County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-78 | 18 |
| SR-175 | 14 |
| I-55 | 13 |
| I-240 | 8 |
| US-61 | 4 |
| Airways Blvd | 2 |
| Mu-E Raines Rd | 2 |
| Raines Rd | 2 |
| SR-176 | 2 |
| SR-302 | 2 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (DeSoto County) |
|---|---|
| Goodman Rd | 50 |
| Stateline Road | 39 |
| Stateline Rd | 34 |
| I-55 | 27 |
| Hacks Cross Rd | 27 |
| Church Road | 21 |
| Hacks Cross Road | 19 |
| Airways Blvd | 18 |
ZIP 38671 at a glance
| Population | 37,319 |
| Density | 648 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $61,843 |
| Median home value | $187,328 |
| Home ownership | 64% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in DeSoto 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 | 29 | — | 3.3 |
| 2000s | 65 | +124% | 1.7 |
| 2010s | 91 | +40% | 2.0 |
| 2020s | 113 | +24% | 2.8 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 29 to 113. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 2.0 a year in 2016–19, 2.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 38671
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 38671?
Since 2015, 1,322 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in DeSoto County (605 injured, 39 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 38671?
Since 2015, US-78 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 38671: 18.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 38671?
The worst month is August: 10.5% of truck crashes in DeSoto County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 38671?
25 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in DeSoto County since 2015, 1.9% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 38671 compared with Mississippi?
Per 100,000 residents, DeSoto County has 57.5 truck crashes a year; Mississippi has 65.0.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 38671?
Paste your stops into the free CurbWaste Route Planner: it scores your route against fatal-crash locations, suggests safer alternatives and flags low bridges.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.