ZIP 45333 (Houston, OH) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 45333: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Shelby 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
13 of 574 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Shelby County compares with Ohio
Shelby County against Ohio and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Shelby County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Shelby County | Ohio | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 100.3 | 50.8 | 49.7 | 2.0× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.7 | 3.1 | 3.4 | 1.8× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.52 | 0.50 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.3% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 11% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 14.9% | 7.8% | 6.2% | 1.9× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 16.6% | 21.4% | 23.7% | 22% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 18.5% | 18.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 45.6% | 42.3% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 35.4% | 25.8% | 24.8% | 1.4× the state |
Shelby County has lower values than Ohio for garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
Shelby County at a glance: 14.9% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 7.8% across Ohio.
Overview
Shelby County has recorded 574 truck crashes since 2015, with 292 people injured and 31 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 8 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is December with 11.0% of truck crashes; the quietest is May at 6.1%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 45.6% of truck crashes, vs 42.3% for Ohio.
By time of day, 12–1 am stands out with 10.3% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 14.9% of truck crashes, compared with 7.8% in Ohio.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 45333 is I-75, with 3 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: CR-13 Russia Versailles Rd (1), CR-25A (1) and CR-26 Millcreek Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
13 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.3% share (Ohio: 2.5%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 45333 fleets
- Plan December schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Shelby County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-75; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- With 14.9% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Ohio), 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
Sources: the FMCSA crash file for all reported truck crashes and NHTSA FARS for fatal crashes with a large truck. Every statement here comes straight from those numbers.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Shelby County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-75 | 3 |
| CR-13 Russia Versailles Rd | 1 |
| CR-25A | 1 |
| CR-26 Millcreek Rd | 1 |
| SR-29 | 1 |
| SR-47 | 1 |
| SR-48 | 1 |
| SR-705 | 1 |
| TR-46 Ciscco Rd | 1 |
| US-36 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Shelby County) |
|---|---|
| Ir 75 | 357 |
| SR-47 | 19 |
| SR-29 | 17 |
| SR-00029 | 11 |
| SR-274 | 8 |
| Michigan St | 8 |
| Kuther Rd | 6 |
| SR-00066 | 6 |
ZIP 45333 at a glance
| Population | 1,830 |
| Density | 31 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $63,906 |
| Home ownership | 91% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Shelby 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 | 3 | — | 1.9 |
| 2000s | 30 | +858% | 1.0 |
| 2010s | 46 | +54% | 1.2 |
| 2020s | 45 | -3% | 1.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 3 a year in the 1990s and 45 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 1.5 a year in 2016–19 and 1.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 45333
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 45333?
574 truck crashes have been reported in Shelby County since 2015, with 31 deaths and 292 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 45333?
Since 2015, I-75 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 45333: 3.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 45333?
The worst month is December: 11.0% of truck crashes in Shelby County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 45333?
Garbage trucks were involved in 13 reported crashes in Shelby County since 2015 (2.3% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 45333 compare with Ohio?
The yearly rate is 100.3 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Shelby County, vs 50.8 for Ohio.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 45333?
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.