ZIP 48003 (Almont, MI) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 48003: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Lapeer 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
16 of 479 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Lapeer County compares with Michigan
Lapeer County against Michigan and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Lapeer County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Lapeer County | Michigan | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 45.7 | 52.4 | 49.7 | 13% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.5 | 2.1 | 3.4 | 1.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.27 | 0.30 | 0.49 | 10% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.6% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 1.1× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 21.4% | 17.7% | 6.2% | 1.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.3% | 25.5% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.9% | 21.9% | 13.8% | 9% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.8% | 44.4% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 20.1% | 20.7% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Michigan, Lapeer County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and in rain, sleet or snow. It runs above Michigan on deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in ZIP 48003: SR-53 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 48003: 4 since 2015.
Overview
Lapeer County has recorded 479 truck crashes since 2015, with 132 people injured and 11 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 9 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in January (10.9% of the year) and are lowest in March (6.3%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 43.8% of truck crashes, vs 44.4% for Michigan.
The busiest hour is 7–8 am, with 9.8% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 21.4% of truck crashes, compared with 17.7% in Michigan.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-53 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (4). After it: 32 Mile Rd W St Clair St (1) and Scotch Settlement (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 16 crashes, 3.3% of the total, against 3.2% across Michigan.
Route planning tips for ZIP 48003 fleets
- Review driver schedules for January, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to SR-53 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- With 21.4% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Michigan), plan winter equipment checks early.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Lapeer County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-53 | 4 |
| 32 Mile Rd W St Clair St | 1 |
| Scotch Settlement | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Lapeer County) |
|---|---|
| I-69 | 61 |
| Van Dyke | 51 |
| Lapeer | 40 |
| Main | 39 |
| Vandyke | 27 |
| Cedar | 17 |
| Newark | 9 |
| Burnside | 9 |
ZIP 48003 at a glance
| Population | 6,339 |
| Density | 74 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $90,452 |
| Median home value | $290,201 |
| Home ownership | 93% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Lapeer 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 | 36 | — | 1.7 |
| 2000s | 41 | +14% | 1.9 |
| 2010s | 28 | -31% | 0.5 |
| 2020s | 43 | +51% | 1.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 36 a year in the 1990s and 43 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 0.5 a year in 2016–19 and 1.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 48003
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 48003?
Since 2015, 479 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Lapeer County (132 injured, 11 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 48003?
Since 2015, SR-53 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 48003: 4.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 48003?
Truck crashes in Lapeer County peak in January, with 10.9% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 48003?
16 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Lapeer County since 2015, 3.3% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 48003 compared with Michigan?
Per 100,000 residents, Lapeer County has 45.7 truck crashes a year; Michigan has 52.4.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 48003?
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.