ZIP 39401 (Hattiesburg, MS) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 39401: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Forrest 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
15 of 663 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Forrest County compares with Mississippi
Forrest County against Mississippi and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Forrest County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Forrest County | Mississippi | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 72.0 | 65.0 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.8 | 5.1 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.54 | 0.54 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.2% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.2% | 23.7% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.6% | 12.5% | 13.8% | 7% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 46.1% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 24.3% | 24.0% | 24.8% | same |
Forrest County has lower values than Mississippi for in rain, sleet or snow. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in ZIP 39401: I-59 7 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 39401.
Overview
Forrest County has recorded 663 truck crashes since 2015, with 352 people injured and 30 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 6 days.
When crashes happen
March has the most truck crashes, 10.9% of the yearly total, while October has the fewest (5.6%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 46.1% of truck crashes, against 40.8% across Mississippi.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 7.8% of truck crashes.
2.2% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 1.7% across Mississippi.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-59 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (7). After it: US-49 (6), US-98 (4) and Mu-Main St (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 15 crashes, 2.3% of the total, against 1.6% across Mississippi.
Route planning tips for ZIP 39401 fleets
- Plan March schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Forrest County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-59; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 2.2% of truck crashes here, more than Mississippi; schedule winter checks early.
- 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 Forrest County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-59 | 7 |
| US-49 | 6 |
| US-98 | 4 |
| Mu-Main St | 1 |
| S Main Street | 1 |
| SR-42 | 1 |
| US-11 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Forrest County) |
|---|---|
| I-59 | 41 |
| US-49 | 20 |
| SR-49 | 11 |
| SR-98 | 7 |
| Jm Tatum Industrial Drive | 6 |
| Broadway Drive | 4 |
| James Street | 4 |
| Lincoln Rd | 4 |
ZIP 39401 at a glance
| Population | 42,531 |
| Density | 87 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $41,127 |
| Median home value | $127,892 |
| Home ownership | 44% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Forrest 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 | — | 1.4 |
| 2000s | 43 | +128% | 2.6 |
| 2010s | 47 | +9% | 2.4 |
| 2020s | 56 | +20% | 3.0 |
In the 1990s about 19 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 56. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 2.2 a year in 2016–19 and 3.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 39401
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 39401?
663 truck crashes have been reported in Forrest County since 2015, with 30 deaths and 352 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 39401?
NHTSA data shows I-59 with 7 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 39401 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 39401?
March has the most truck crashes in Forrest County, 10.9% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 39401?
Since 2015, Forrest County has reported 15 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.3% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 39401 compare with Mississippi for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 72.0 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Forrest County, vs 65.0 for Mississippi.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 39401?
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.