ZIP 44040 (Gates Mills, OH) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 44040: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Cuyahoga 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
6.4 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.3 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Cuyahoga County compares with Ohio
Cuyahoga County against Ohio and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Cuyahoga County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Cuyahoga County | Ohio | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 31.9 | 50.8 | 49.7 | 37% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.3 | 3.1 | 3.4 | 26% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.64 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.3× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.6% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 1.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 9.4% | 7.8% | 6.2% | 1.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.0% | 21.4% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.4% | 18.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.2% | 42.3% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 21.6% | 25.8% | 24.8% | 16% below the state |
Cuyahoga County sits below Ohio on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and after dark. Where it is higher: injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for ZIP 44040: 1.7× yearly fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 44040: 2.0 in 2016–19, 3.4 in 2020–24.
Overview
Cuyahoga County has recorded 4,613 truck crashes since 2015, with 2,960 people injured and 108 killed.
That averages about 1 truck crash a day in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is January with 10.6% of truck crashes; the quietest is April at 6.6%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 42.2% of truck crashes, vs 42.3% for Ohio.
By time of day, 8–9 am stands out with 7.9% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 9.4% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Ohio: 7.8%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 44040 is I-271, with 7 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. It is followed by I-90 (4), US-322 (2) and 329 St (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 164 crashes, 3.6% of the total, against 2.5% across Ohio.
Garbage-truck crashes peak in January (14% of them).
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 6.4, vs 2.3 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 44040 fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Cuyahoga County.
- Check whether your routes use I-271, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in January; review collection routes for that month.
- 24.0% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Ohio; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 9.4% of truck crashes here, more than Ohio; schedule winter checks early.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Cuyahoga County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-271 | 7 |
| I-90 | 4 |
| US-322 | 2 |
| 329 St | 1 |
| CR-23 Cedar Rd | 1 |
| CR-279 Bringham Rd | 1 |
| CR-342 Hayden Rd. | 1 |
| CR-4 Auburn Rd | 1 |
| CR-6 Warrensville Center Rd | 1 |
| CR-8 Lee Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Cuyahoga County) |
|---|---|
| Ir 90 | 551 |
| Ir 480 | 399 |
| Ir 80 | 326 |
| Ir 271 | 228 |
| Ir 77 | 185 |
| Ir 71 | 159 |
| Broadway Av | 81 |
| US-422 | 55 |
ZIP 44040 at a glance
| Population | 3,063 |
| Density | 120 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $228,942 |
| Median home value | $589,659 |
| Home ownership | 97% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Cuyahoga 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 | 45 | — | 6.7 |
| 2000s | 272 | +504% | 5.6 |
| 2010s | 419 | +54% | 5.4 |
| 2020s | 328 | -22% | 9.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 45 a year in the 1990s and 328 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 6.5 a year in 2016–19, 9.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 44040
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 44040?
Since 2015, 4,613 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Cuyahoga County (2,960 injured, 108 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 44040?
NHTSA data shows I-271 with 7 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 44040 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 44040?
Truck crashes in Cuyahoga County peak in January, with 10.6% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 44040?
164 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Cuyahoga County since 2015, 3.6% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 44040 compare with Ohio for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 31.9 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Cuyahoga County, vs 50.8 for Ohio.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 44040?
Paste your stops into the free CurbWaste Route Planner: it scores your route against fatal-crash locations, suggests safer alternatives and flags low bridges.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.