ZIP 47358 (Modoc, IN) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 47358: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Randolph 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
11 of 193 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Randolph County compares with Indiana
Randolph County against Indiana and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Randolph County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Randolph County | Indiana | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 66.9 | 80.8 | 49.7 | 17% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 8.9 | 2.9 | 3.4 | 3.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.54 | 0.36 | 0.49 | 1.5× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 5.6% | 2.4% | 2.3% | 2.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 11.7% | 10.6% | 6.2% | 1.1× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 31.3% | 22.4% | 23.7% | 1.4× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 8.9% | 17.4% | 13.8% | 49% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 38.0% | 42.7% | 41.9% | 11% below the state |
| After dark | 22.9% | 32.0% | 24.8% | 28% below the state |
Compared with Indiana, Randolph County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, in rain, sleet or snow and winter months (nov–mar). It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share.
Randolph County at a glance: 8.9 deaths for every 100 truck crashes, against 2.9 across Indiana.
Overview
Randolph County has recorded 193 truck crashes since 2015, with 99 people injured and 17 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 22 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is September with 13.0% of truck crashes; the quietest is November at 5.2%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 38.0% of truck crashes, against 42.7% across Indiana.
More truck crashes happen at 8–9 am than at any other hour (10.9%).
Road surface: 11.7% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Indiana: 10.6%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-35 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (2). Next come CR-400 (1), SR-32 (1) and Sr- 1 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 11 crashes, 5.7% of the total, against 2.4% across Indiana.
Route planning tips for ZIP 47358 fleets
- Plan September schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Randolph County.
- Check whether your routes use US-35, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 31.3% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Indiana; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 11.7% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Indiana; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Randolph County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-35 | 2 |
| CR-400 | 1 |
| SR-32 | 1 |
| Sr- 1 | 1 |
| US-35S | 1 |
| US-36 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Randolph County) |
|---|---|
| US-27S | 20 |
| US-27 | 17 |
| US-36 | 17 |
| US-27N | 15 |
| US-36E | 9 |
| US-36W | 6 |
| SR-32W | 6 |
| SR-32E | 5 |
ZIP 47358 at a glance
| Population | 818 |
| Density | 8 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $79,063 |
| Median home value | $133,181 |
| Home ownership | 82% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Randolph 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 | — | 1.0 |
| 2000s | 10 | +41% | 0.2 |
| 2010s | 15 | +42% | 1.1 |
| 2020s | 16 | +7% | 1.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 7 a year in the 1990s and 16 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.0 a year in 2016–19, 1.4 a year in 2020–24.
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Questions fleets ask about ZIP 47358
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 47358?
Randolph County has had 193 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 99 people and killing 17.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 47358?
US-35 had 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 47358 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 47358?
Truck crashes in Randolph County peak in September, with 13.0% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 47358?
11 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Randolph County since 2015, 5.7% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 47358 compare with Indiana for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 66.9 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Randolph County, vs 80.8 for Indiana.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 47358?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.