ZIP 39140 (Newhebron, MS) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 39140: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Jefferson Davis 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
1 of 67 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Jefferson Davis County compares with Mississippi
Jefferson Davis County against Mississippi and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Jefferson Davis County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Jefferson Davis County | Mississippi | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 49.3 | 65.0 | 49.7 | 24% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 8.3 | 5.1 | 3.4 | 1.6× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.68 | 0.54 | 0.49 | 1.3× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.7% | 1.6% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.0% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 100% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.7% | 23.7% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 6.7% | 12.5% | 13.8% | 47% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 33.3% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 18% below the state |
| After dark | 16.7% | 24.0% | 24.8% | 31% below the state |
Compared with Mississippi, Jefferson Davis County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for Jefferson Davis County: April 17.9% of truck crashes happen in April, more than any other month.
Overview
Jefferson Davis County has recorded 67 truck crashes since 2015, with 43 people injured and 5 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 67 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in April (17.9% of the year) and are lowest in November (1.5%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 33.3% of truck crashes, vs 40.8% for Mississippi.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 10.4% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.0% of truck crashes, compared with 1.7% in Mississippi.
Where crashes happen
Since 2015, fatal crashes with a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 39140 happened on SR-13 (2) and SR-27 (1); no road leads clearly.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 1 of the truck crashes here, or 1.5%, compared with 1.6% in Mississippi.
Route planning tips for ZIP 39140 fleets
- Review driver schedules for April, the month with the most truck crashes.
- 26.7% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Mississippi; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 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 Jefferson Davis County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-13 | 2 |
| SR-27 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Jefferson Davis County) |
|---|---|
| US-84 | 3 |
| SR-13 | 2 |
| General Robert Blount Drive | 1 |
| Greens Creek Rd | 1 |
| Greens Creek Road | 1 |
| Hwy 184 Bypass | 1 |
| Hwy 84 West | 1 |
| Ms 13 | 1 |
ZIP 39140 at a glance
| Population | 2,352 |
| Density | 9 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $43,938 |
| Median home value | $109,006 |
| Home ownership | 94% |
Historical data: truck crashes in Jefferson Davis 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 | — | 0.8 |
| 2000s | 7 | -22% | 0.6 |
| 2010s | 6 | -21% | 0.4 |
| 2020s | 6 | +15% | 0.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 9 a year in the 1990s and 6 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.2 a year in 2016–19 and 0.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 39140
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 39140?
Jefferson Davis County has had 67 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 43 people and killing 5.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 39140?
The worst month is April: 17.9% of truck crashes in Jefferson Davis County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 39140?
Since 2015, Jefferson Davis County has reported 1 garbage-truck crash, or 1.5% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 39140 compare with Mississippi?
Jefferson Davis County records 49.3 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 65.0 across Mississippi.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 39140?
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.