ZIP 42325 (Bremen, KY) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 42325: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Muhlenberg 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
7 of 283 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Muhlenberg County compares with Kentucky
Muhlenberg County against Kentucky and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Muhlenberg County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Muhlenberg County | Kentucky | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 80.7 | 68.4 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.0 | 3.5 | 3.4 | 14% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.41 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 11% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.2% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 17% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 7.4% | 5.0% | 6.2% | 1.5× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.6% | 22.9% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.8% | 17.5% | 13.8% | 33% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.5% | 41.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 22.9% | 24.4% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Kentucky, Muhlenberg County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr and on snow, slush or ice.
ZIP 42325 at a glance: SR-9001 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 42325: 2 since 2015.
Overview
Since 2015, 283 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Muhlenberg County. They injured 123 people and killed 8.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 15 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is March with 11.3% of truck crashes; the quietest is February at 6.0%.
November through March accounts for 43.5% of truck crashes here, compared with 41.0% in Kentucky.
More truck crashes happen at 11 am–12 pm than at any other hour (9.2%).
Road surface: 7.4% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Kentucky: 5.0%).
Where crashes happen
SR-9001 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 42325 with 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by SR-1379 (1), SR-181 (1) and SR-81 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 7 crashes, 2.5% of the total, against 2.6% across Kentucky.
Route planning tips for ZIP 42325 fleets
- Review driver schedules for March, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Where you can, review stops along SR-9001; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- With 7.4% 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 Muhlenberg County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-9001 | 2 |
| SR-1379 | 1 |
| SR-181 | 1 |
| SR-81 | 1 |
| US-62 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Muhlenberg County) |
|---|---|
| Wk9001 | 82 |
| US-0431 | 43 |
| US-0062 | 28 |
| Ky1031 | 26 |
| Ky0181 | 22 |
| Ky0171 | 13 |
| Ky0189 | 10 |
| Ky0070 | 9 |
ZIP 42325 at a glance
| Population | 2,045 |
| Density | 27 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $78,750 |
| Median home value | $141,864 |
| Home ownership | 89% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Muhlenberg 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 | — | 0.9 |
| 2000s | 26 | +36% | 1.2 |
| 2010s | 25 | -4% | 0.5 |
| 2020s | 23 | -6% | 0.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 19 a year in the 1990s and 23 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.5 a year in 2016–19, 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 42325
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 42325?
Muhlenberg County has had 283 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 123 people and killing 8.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 42325?
Since 2015, SR-9001 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 42325: 2.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 42325?
March has the most truck crashes in Muhlenberg County, 11.3% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 42325?
Since 2015, Muhlenberg County has reported 7 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.5% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 42325 compare with Kentucky for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 80.7 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Muhlenberg County, vs 68.4 for Kentucky.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 42325?
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.