ZIP 42726 (Clarkson, KY) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 42726: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Grayson 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
3 of 245 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Grayson County compares with Kentucky
Grayson County against Kentucky and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Grayson County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Grayson County | Kentucky | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 77.9 | 68.4 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.4 | 3.5 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.50 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 51% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 1.7% | 5.0% | 6.2% | 66% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 28.4% | 22.9% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.9% | 17.5% | 13.8% | 26% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 35.8% | 41.0% | 41.9% | 13% below the state |
| After dark | 21.1% | 24.4% | 24.8% | 13% below the state |
Grayson County sits below Kentucky on garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. It runs above Kentucky on crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for Grayson County: 1 in 78 crashes involve a garbage truck (3 since 2015), vs 2.6% across Kentucky.
Overview
Police reported 245 crashes involving commercial trucks in Grayson County since 2015: 122 people were injured and 8 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 17 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is August with 12.2% of truck crashes; the quietest is February at 3.7%.
November through March accounts for 35.8% of truck crashes here, compared with 41.0% in Kentucky.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 9.4% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 1.7% 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 42726 since 2015: SR-88 (2), SR-9001 (2), SR-259 (1) and US-62 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
3 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.2% share (Kentucky: 2.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 42726 fleets
- Review driver schedules for August, the month with the most truck crashes.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 28.4% of truck crashes here, more than Kentucky; adjust start times where you can.
- 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 Grayson County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-88 | 2 |
| SR-9001 | 2 |
| SR-259 | 1 |
| US-62 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Grayson County) |
|---|---|
| Wk9001 | 89 |
| US-0062 | 28 |
| Ky0259 | 18 |
| Ky0079 | 17 |
| Ky0224 | 12 |
| Ky0088 | 12 |
| Ky0054 | 10 |
| Ky0187 | 8 |
ZIP 42726 at a glance
| Population | 4,758 |
| Density | 18 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $60,078 |
| Median home value | $176,247 |
| Home ownership | 76% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Grayson 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 | 11 | — | 0.9 |
| 2000s | 18 | +65% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 18 | +2% | 0.9 |
| 2020s | 22 | +22% | 1.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 11 a year in the 1990s and 22 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.8 a year in 2016–19, 1.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 42726
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 42726?
245 truck crashes have been reported in Grayson County since 2015, with 8 deaths and 122 injuries.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 42726?
The worst month is August: 12.2% of truck crashes in Grayson County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 42726?
3 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Grayson County since 2015, 1.2% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 42726 compare with Kentucky for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 77.9 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Grayson County, vs 68.4 for Kentucky.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 42726?
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.