ZIP 47263 (New Point, IN) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 47263: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Decatur 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
7 of 425 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Decatur County compares with Indiana
Decatur County against Indiana and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Decatur County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Decatur County | Indiana | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 132.1 | 80.8 | 49.7 | 1.6× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.1 | 2.9 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.35 | 0.36 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.8% | 2.4% | 2.3% | 23% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 14.3% | 10.6% | 6.2% | 1.4× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 22.4% | 22.4% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 22.7% | 17.4% | 13.8% | 1.3× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.2% | 42.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 37.0% | 32.0% | 24.8% | 1.2× the state |
Decatur County sits below Indiana on garbage-truck share. It runs above Indiana on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow.
ZIP 47263 at a glance: I-74 deadliest road: 5 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 47263 since 2015.
Overview
Since 2015, 425 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Decatur County. They injured 163 people and killed 13.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 10 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is February with 11.8% of truck crashes; the quietest is March at 5.9%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 42.2% of truck crashes, vs 42.7% for Indiana.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 8.2% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 14.3% of truck crashes, compared with 10.6% in Indiana.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 47263 is I-74, with 5 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: US-421 (3), CR-850 (1) and CR-COUNTY Line Road (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
7 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.6% share (Indiana: 2.4%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 47263 fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Decatur County.
- Look at alternatives to I-74 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- With 14.3% 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 Decatur County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-74 | 5 |
| US-421 | 3 |
| CR-850 | 1 |
| CR-COUNTY Line Road | 1 |
| SR-3 | 1 |
| Us- 421 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Decatur County) |
|---|---|
| I-74 | 104 |
| I-74W | 40 |
| I-74E | 39 |
| SR-3N | 20 |
| State Rd 3 | 14 |
| SR-3S | 14 |
| US-421 | 10 |
| US-421N | 9 |
ZIP 47263 at a glance
| Population | 123 |
| Density | 545 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $68,750 |
| Median home value | $106,250 |
| Home ownership | 56% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Decatur 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 | 7 | — | 1.1 |
| 2000s | 20 | +180% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 32 | +59% | 0.7 |
| 2020s | 34 | +8% | 1.6 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 7 to 34. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 0.5 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 47263
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 47263?
425 truck crashes have been reported in Decatur County since 2015, with 13 deaths and 163 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 47263?
I-74 had 5 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 47263 since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 47263?
Truck crashes in Decatur County peak in February, with 11.8% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 47263?
Since 2015, Decatur County has reported 7 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.6% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 47263 compare with Indiana?
Per 100,000 residents, Decatur County has 132.1 truck crashes a year; Indiana has 80.8.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 47263?
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.