ZIP 42413 (Hanson, KY) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 42413: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Hopkins 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
11 of 378 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Hopkins County compares with Kentucky
Hopkins County against Kentucky and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Hopkins County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Hopkins County | Kentucky | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 71.0 | 68.4 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.4 | 3.5 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.42 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 9% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.8% | 2.6% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 4.8% | 5.0% | 6.2% | same |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.5% | 22.9% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 13.9% | 17.5% | 13.8% | 21% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 47.6% | 41.0% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 20.7% | 24.4% | 24.8% | 15% below the state |
Compared with Kentucky, Hopkins County is lower on injuries per crash, in rain, sleet or snow and after dark. It stands out for higher morning rush (6–10 am) and winter months (nov–mar).
Hopkins County at a glance: July worst month: 10.6% of truck crashes, vs 8.3% in an average month.
Overview
Since 2015, 378 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Hopkins County. They injured 153 people and killed 13.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 11 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in July (10.6% of the year) and are lowest in May (5.3%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 47.6% of truck crashes, against 41.0% across Kentucky.
The busiest hour is 2–3 pm, with 9.5% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 4.8% of truck crashes, compared with 5.0% in Kentucky.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 42413 since 2015: I-69 (2). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
11 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.9% share (Kentucky: 2.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 42413 fleets
- Review driver schedules for July, the month with the most truck crashes.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 25.5% of truck crashes here, more than Kentucky; adjust start times where you can.
- 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 Hopkins County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-69 | 2 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Hopkins County) |
|---|---|
| I-0069 | 135 |
| Eb9004 | 27 |
| Ky0138 | 24 |
| Wk9001 | 23 |
| US-0041A | 19 |
| Ky0070 | 19 |
| US-0041 | 17 |
| Ky0281 | 11 |
ZIP 42413 at a glance
| Population | 2,597 |
| Density | 21 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $95,417 |
| Median home value | $177,191 |
| Home ownership | 87% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Hopkins 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 | 38 | — | 1.2 |
| 2000s | 42 | +9% | 1.5 |
| 2010s | 36 | -14% | 0.7 |
| 2020s | 30 | -16% | 0.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 38 a year in the 1990s and 30 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, 0.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 42413
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 42413?
Since 2015, 378 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Hopkins County (153 injured, 13 killed).
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 42413?
Truck crashes in Hopkins County peak in July, with 10.6% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 42413?
Since 2015, Hopkins County has reported 11 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.9% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 42413 compare with Kentucky for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Hopkins County has 71.0 truck crashes a year; Kentucky has 68.4.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 42413?
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.