ZIP 42232 (Gracey, KY) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 42232: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Christian 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
13 of 808 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Christian County compares with Kentucky
Christian County against Kentucky and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Christian County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Christian County | Kentucky | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 92.9 | 68.4 | 49.7 | 1.4× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.3 | 3.5 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.47 | 0.46 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.7% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 38% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 5.8% | 5.0% | 6.2% | 1.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 21.6% | 22.9% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 14.3% | 17.5% | 13.8% | 18% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.3% | 41.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 26.3% | 24.4% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
Compared with Kentucky, Christian County is lower on garbage-truck share and in rain, sleet or snow. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and after dark.
What stands out in Christian County: 1 in 61 crashes involve a garbage truck (13 since 2015), vs 2.6% across Kentucky.
Overview
Christian County has recorded 808 truck crashes since 2015, with 387 people injured and 26 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 6 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is September with 10.8% of truck crashes; the quietest is May at 6.3%.
November through March accounts for 41.3% of truck crashes here, compared with 41.0% in Kentucky.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 8.0% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 5.8% of truck crashes, compared with 5.0% in Kentucky.
Where crashes happen
Fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 42232 since 2015 were spread across roads: I-24 (1), SR-109 (1) and US-68 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 13 of the truck crashes here, or 1.6%, compared with 2.6% in Kentucky.
Route planning tips for ZIP 42232 fleets
- Plan September schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Christian County.
- With 5.8% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Kentucky), plan winter equipment 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 Christian County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-24 | 1 |
| SR-109 | 1 |
| US-68 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Christian County) |
|---|---|
| I-0024 | 315 |
| Eb9004 | 99 |
| US-0041A | 52 |
| US-0041 | 50 |
| Ky0115 | 40 |
| US-0068 | 38 |
| US-0068B | 26 |
| Ky0107 | 19 |
ZIP 42232 at a glance
| Population | 711 |
| Density | 12 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $90,265 |
| Median home value | $203,790 |
| Home ownership | 89% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Christian 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 | 37 | — | 1.5 |
| 2000s | 56 | +53% | 2.3 |
| 2010s | 52 | -7% | 1.5 |
| 2020s | 72 | +38% | 0.6 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 37 to 72. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.8 a year in 2016–19, 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 42232
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 42232?
Since 2015, 808 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Christian County (387 injured, 26 killed).
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 42232?
The worst month is September: 10.8% of truck crashes in Christian County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 42232?
Garbage trucks were involved in 13 reported crashes in Christian County since 2015 (1.6% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 42232 compared with Kentucky?
The yearly rate is 92.9 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Christian County, vs 68.4 for Kentucky.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 42232?
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.