ZIP 42023 (Bardwell, KY) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 42023: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Carlisle 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 71 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Carlisle County compares with Kentucky
Carlisle County against Kentucky and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Carlisle County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Carlisle County | Kentucky | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 125.6 | 68.4 | 49.7 | 1.8× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.1 | 3.5 | 3.4 | 1.7× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.41 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 11% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.5% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 43% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 4.5% | 5.0% | 6.2% | 9% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 18.2% | 22.9% | 23.7% | 21% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 16.7% | 17.5% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 48.5% | 41.0% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 19.7% | 24.4% | 24.8% | 19% below the state |
Carlisle County has lower values than Kentucky for injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and winter months (nov–mar).
Carlisle County at a glance: September 16.9% of truck crashes happen in September, more than any other month.
Overview
Police reported 71 crashes involving commercial trucks in Carlisle County since 2015: 27 people were injured and 4 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 61 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is September with 16.9% of truck crashes; the quietest is May at 2.8%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 48.5% of truck crashes, vs 41.0% for Kentucky.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 15.5% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 4.5% of truck crashes, compared with 5.0% in Kentucky.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-51 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (5). It is followed by SR-121 (2), SR-286 (1) and SR-877 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 2 crashes, 2.8% of the total, against 2.6% across Kentucky.
Route planning tips for ZIP 42023 fleets
- Plan September schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Carlisle County.
- Look at alternatives to US-51 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- 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 Carlisle County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-51 | 5 |
| SR-121 | 2 |
| SR-286 | 1 |
| SR-877 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Carlisle County) |
|---|---|
| US-0051 | 27 |
| Ky0121 | 14 |
| Ky0307 | 8 |
| US-0062 | 5 |
| Ky0080 | 4 |
| Ky1377 | 4 |
| Ky0408 | 2 |
| Ky0123 | 1 |
ZIP 42023 at a glance
| Population | 2,529 |
| Density | 10 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $63,229 |
| Median home value | $129,776 |
| Home ownership | 76% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Carlisle 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 | 2 | — | 0.2 |
| 2000s | 5 | +224% | 0.1 |
| 2010s | 5 | -2% | 0.4 |
| 2020s | 7 | +32% | 0.4 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 2 to 7. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.5 a year in 2016–19, 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 42023
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 42023?
Carlisle County has had 71 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 27 people and killing 4.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 42023?
NHTSA data shows US-51 with 5 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 42023 since 2015, the highest of any road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 42023?
The worst month is September: 16.9% of truck crashes in Carlisle County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 42023?
2 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Carlisle County since 2015, 2.8% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 42023 compare with Kentucky for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Carlisle County has 125.6 truck crashes a year; Kentucky has 68.4.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 42023?
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.