ZIP 49618 (Boon, MI) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 49618: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Wexford 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
9 of 237 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Wexford County compares with Michigan
Wexford County against Michigan and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Wexford County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Wexford County | Michigan | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 57.8 | 52.4 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.8 | 2.1 | 3.4 | 3.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.42 | 0.30 | 0.49 | 1.4× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.6% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 1.1× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 32.4% | 17.7% | 6.2% | 1.8× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.7% | 25.5% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 26.5% | 21.9% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 53.4% | 44.4% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 23.3% | 20.7% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
It runs above Michigan on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
Wexford County at a glance: 6.8 deaths for every 100 truck crashes, against 2.1 across Michigan.
Overview
Police reported 237 crashes involving commercial trucks in Wexford County since 2015: 97 people were injured and 16 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 18 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 14.3% of the yearly total, while April has the fewest (3.8%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 53.4% of truck crashes, against 44.4% across Michigan.
The busiest hour is 11 am–12 pm, with 11.8% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 32.4% of truck crashes, compared with 17.7% in Michigan.
Where crashes happen
US-131 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 49618 with 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come CR-25 Rd (1), SR-115 (1) and SR-37 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 9 crashes, 3.8% of the total, against 3.2% across Michigan.
Route planning tips for ZIP 49618 fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Wexford County.
- Look at alternatives to US-131 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 32.4% of truck crashes here, more than Michigan; 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 Wexford County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-131 | 2 |
| CR-25 Rd | 1 |
| SR-115 | 1 |
| SR-37 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Wexford County) |
|---|---|
| US-131 | 28 |
| N Us 131 | 16 |
| Mitchell | 10 |
| S Us 131 | 10 |
| Us 131 Br | 6 |
| 13Th | 5 |
| Division | 4 |
| Ramp 001A | 3 |
ZIP 49618 at a glance
| Population | 798 |
| Density | 10 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $53,654 |
| Median home value | $182,859 |
| Home ownership | 86% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Wexford 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 | 17 | — | 1.1 |
| 2000s | 16 | -2% | 0.9 |
| 2010s | 15 | -10% | 1.2 |
| 2020s | 22 | +50% | 1.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 17 a year in the 1990s and 22 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.8 a year in 2016–19, 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 49618
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 49618?
Since 2015, 237 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Wexford County (97 injured, 16 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 49618?
NHTSA data shows US-131 with 2 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 49618 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 49618?
February has the most truck crashes in Wexford County, 14.3% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 49618?
9 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Wexford County since 2015, 3.8% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 49618 compare with Michigan for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Wexford County has 57.8 truck crashes a year; Michigan has 52.4.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 49618?
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.