ZIP 46721 (Butler, IN) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 46721: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in DeKalb 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 423 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How DeKalb County compares with Indiana
DeKalb County against Indiana and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where DeKalb County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | DeKalb County | Indiana | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 81.6 | 80.8 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.3 | 2.9 | 3.4 | 1.5× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.41 | 0.36 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.5% | 2.4% | 2.3% | 36% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 11.6% | 10.6% | 6.2% | 1.1× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.8% | 22.4% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 14.3% | 17.4% | 13.8% | 18% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.0% | 42.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 34.9% | 32.0% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
DeKalb County has lower values than Indiana for garbage-truck share and in rain, sleet or snow. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in ZIP 46721: US-6 2 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 46721.
Overview
Since 2015, 423 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in DeKalb County. They injured 174 people and killed 17.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 10 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is June with 12.1% of truck crashes; the quietest is August at 4.7%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 43.0% of truck crashes, vs 42.7% for Indiana.
By time of day, 1–2 pm stands out with 7.6% of truck crashes.
11.6% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 10.6% across Indiana.
Where crashes happen
US-6 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 46721 with 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by CR-59 (1), East Belle Fountaine (1) and I-65 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 6 crashes, 1.4% of the total, against 2.4% across Indiana.
Route planning tips for ZIP 46721 fleets
- Review driver schedules for June, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Where you can, review stops along US-6; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- With 11.6% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Indiana), plan winter equipment checks early.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 DeKalb County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-6 | 2 |
| CR-59 | 1 |
| East Belle Fountaine | 1 |
| I-65 | 1 |
| I-69S | 1 |
| SR-1 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (DeKalb County) |
|---|---|
| I-69 | 92 |
| I-69S | 40 |
| SR-8 | 40 |
| I-69N | 33 |
| US-6 | 25 |
| State Rd 8 | 10 |
| Cr61 | 10 |
| Grand Army Of The Republic Hwy | 7 |
ZIP 46721 at a glance
| Population | 4,739 |
| Density | 23 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $68,580 |
| Median home value | $135,766 |
| Home ownership | 83% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in DeKalb 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 | 18 | — | 1.0 |
| 2000s | 30 | +67% | 1.3 |
| 2010s | 38 | +30% | 1.0 |
| 2020s | 32 | -17% | 1.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 18 a year in the 1990s and 32 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 0.5 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 46721
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 46721?
423 truck crashes have been reported in DeKalb County since 2015, with 17 deaths and 174 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 46721?
NHTSA data shows US-6 with 2 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 46721 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 46721?
The worst month is June: 12.1% of truck crashes in DeKalb County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 46721?
Garbage trucks were involved in 6 reported crashes in DeKalb County since 2015 (1.4% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 46721 compare with Indiana?
Per 100,000 residents, DeKalb County has 81.6 truck crashes a year; Indiana has 80.8.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 46721?
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.