ZIP 39307 (Meridian, MS) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 39307: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Lauderdale 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
16 of 917 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Lauderdale County compares with Mississippi
Lauderdale County against Mississippi and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Lauderdale County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Lauderdale County | Mississippi | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 110.6 | 65.0 | 49.7 | 1.7× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.7 | 5.1 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.49 | 0.54 | 0.49 | 9% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.8% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 1.1× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.7% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 1.6× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 19.7% | 23.7% | 23.7% | 17% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.1% | 12.5% | 13.8% | 1.5× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.7% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 26.4% | 24.0% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
Lauderdale County sits below Mississippi on injuries per crash and morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share.
The headline for Lauderdale County: 2.7% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 1.7% across Mississippi.
Overview
Since 2015, 917 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Lauderdale County. They injured 440 people and killed 50.
That averages about one truck crash every 5 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
January has the most truck crashes, 10.9% of the yearly total, while October has the fewest (5.7%).
November through March accounts for 42.7% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.8% in Mississippi.
More truck crashes happen at 12–1 pm than at any other hour (8.8%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 2.7% of truck crashes, compared with 1.7% in Mississippi.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-20 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (12). After it: I-59 (2), North Frontage Rd (1) and Old 8th St Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
16 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.7% share (Mississippi: 1.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 39307 fleets
- Review driver schedules for January, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use I-20, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 2.7% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Mississippi; 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 Lauderdale County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-20 | 12 |
| I-59 | 2 |
| North Frontage Rd | 1 |
| Old 8th St Rd | 1 |
| SR-19 | 1 |
| SR-494 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Lauderdale County) |
|---|---|
| I-20 | 55 |
| Will Garrett Rd | 16 |
| Will Garrett Road | 9 |
| Old Hwy 80 | 8 |
| I-59 | 8 |
| Russell Mt Gilead | 5 |
| Frontage Road | 5 |
| Exit 153 | 4 |
ZIP 39307 at a glance
| Population | 15,047 |
| Density | 64 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $30,413 |
| Median home value | $90,536 |
| Home ownership | 55% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Lauderdale 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 | 19 | — | 2.9 |
| 2000s | 50 | +168% | 2.7 |
| 2010s | 64 | +28% | 2.0 |
| 2020s | 82 | +29% | 4.6 |
In the 1990s about 19 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 82. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 2.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 4.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 39307
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 39307?
Lauderdale County has had 917 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 440 people and killing 50.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 39307?
Since 2015, I-20 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 39307: 12.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 39307?
Truck crashes in Lauderdale County peak in January, with 10.9% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 39307?
Since 2015, Lauderdale County has reported 16 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.7% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 39307 compare with Mississippi?
The yearly rate is 110.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Lauderdale County, vs 65.0 for Mississippi.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 39307?
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.