ZIP 43558 (Swanton, OH) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 43558: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Fulton 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
6 of 682 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Fulton County compares with Ohio
Fulton County against Ohio and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Fulton County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Fulton County | Ohio | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 138.2 | 50.8 | 49.7 | 2.7× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.7 | 3.1 | 3.4 | 2.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.55 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.9% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 63% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 10.8% | 7.8% | 6.2% | 1.4× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.2% | 21.4% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.2% | 18.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.5% | 42.3% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 33.7% | 25.8% | 24.8% | 1.3× the state |
Fulton County sits below Ohio on garbage-truck share. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
What stands out in Fulton County: 6.7 deaths for every 100 truck crashes, against 3.1 across Ohio.
Overview
Police reported 682 crashes involving commercial trucks in Fulton County since 2015: 372 people were injured and 45 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 6 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 10.6% of the yearly total, while April has the fewest (5.3%).
November through March accounts for 43.5% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.3% in Ohio.
By time of day, 12–1 am stands out with 8.4% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 10.8% of truck crashes, compared with 7.8% in Ohio.
Where crashes happen
US-20 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 43558 with 8 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come I-80 (6), US-20A (2) and CR-131 Sherman-White Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
6 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 0.9% share (Ohio: 2.5%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 43558 fleets
- Build extra time into February routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use US-20, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 10.8% of truck crashes here, more than Ohio; schedule winter checks early.
- 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 Fulton County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-20 | 8 |
| I-80 | 6 |
| US-20A | 2 |
| CR-131 Sherman-White Rd | 1 |
| CR-D | 1 |
| CR-S Sylvania Ave | 1 |
| SR-2 | 1 |
| US-24 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Fulton County) |
|---|---|
| Ir 80 | 324 |
| US-20 | 88 |
| US-20A | 55 |
| SR-109 | 51 |
| SR-108 | 37 |
| SR-66 | 15 |
| SR-2 | 10 |
| Defiance St | 7 |
ZIP 43558 at a glance
| Population | 12,675 |
| Density | 59 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $74,173 |
| Median home value | $204,466 |
| Home ownership | 86% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Fulton 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 | 33 | — | 1.7 |
| 2000s | 50 | +49% | 2.9 |
| 2010s | 58 | +18% | 1.9 |
| 2020s | 58 | -1% | 1.8 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 33 to 58. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.5 a year in 2016–19, 1.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 43558
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 43558?
682 truck crashes have been reported in Fulton County since 2015, with 45 deaths and 372 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 43558?
Since 2015, US-20 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 43558: 8.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 43558?
February has the most truck crashes in Fulton County, 10.6% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 43558?
Garbage trucks were involved in 6 reported crashes in Fulton County since 2015 (0.9% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 43558 compare with Ohio?
Per 100,000 residents, Fulton County has 138.2 truck crashes a year; Ohio has 50.8.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 43558?
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.