ZIP 47804 (Terre Haute, IN) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 47804: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Vigo 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
18 of 959 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Vigo County compares with Indiana
Vigo County against Indiana and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Vigo County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Vigo County | Indiana | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 77.5 | 80.8 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.3 | 2.9 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.42 | 0.36 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.0% | 2.4% | 2.3% | 15% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 13.2% | 10.6% | 6.2% | 1.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 18.9% | 22.4% | 23.7% | 16% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 20.5% | 17.4% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.8% | 42.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 30.8% | 32.0% | 24.8% | same |
Vigo County has lower values than Indiana for garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). It runs above Indiana on deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in ZIP 47804: I-70 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 47804: 9 since 2015.
Overview
Since 2015, 959 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Vigo County. They injured 391 people and killed 30.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 4 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 10.4% of the yearly total, while March has the fewest (6.5%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 41.8% of truck crashes, vs 42.7% for Indiana.
The busiest hour is 12–1 am, with 9.2% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 13.2% of truck crashes, compared with 10.6% in Indiana.
Where crashes happen
I-70 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 47804 with 9 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by I-70W (2), SR-63S (2) and 12th St (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 18 crashes, 1.9% of the total, against 2.4% across Indiana.
Route planning tips for ZIP 47804 fleets
- Review driver schedules for February, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to I-70 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 13.2% of truck crashes here, more than Indiana; schedule winter checks early.
- 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 Vigo County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-70 | 9 |
| I-70W | 2 |
| SR-63S | 2 |
| 12th St | 1 |
| CR-4 Lower Terre Haute Rd | 1 |
| I- 70 | 1 |
| Rio Grande Ave | 1 |
| SR-63 | 1 |
| SR-641W | 1 |
| US-150 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Vigo County) |
|---|---|
| I-70 | 311 |
| US-41 | 41 |
| I-70E | 29 |
| I-70W | 28 |
| US-41S | 24 |
| US-41N | 18 |
| Wabash | 12 |
| S 3Rd | 12 |
ZIP 47804 at a glance
| Population | 10,553 |
| Density | 616 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $40,674 |
| Median home value | $94,556 |
| Home ownership | 58% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Vigo 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 | 25 | — | 1.2 |
| 2000s | 64 | +156% | 2.2 |
| 2010s | 76 | +19% | 1.9 |
| 2020s | 82 | +7% | 2.0 |
In the 1990s about 25 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 82. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 2.0 a year in 2016–19 and 2.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 47804
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 47804?
959 truck crashes have been reported in Vigo County since 2015, with 30 deaths and 391 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 47804?
Since 2015, I-70 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 47804: 9.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 47804?
The worst month is February: 10.4% of truck crashes in Vigo County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 47804?
18 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Vigo County since 2015, 1.9% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 47804 compare with Indiana for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 77.5 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Vigo County, vs 80.8 for Indiana.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 47804?
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.