ZIP 49650 (Lake Ann, MI) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 49650: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Benzie 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
1 of 65 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Benzie County compares with Michigan
Benzie County against Michigan and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Benzie County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Benzie County | Michigan | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 29.0 | 52.4 | 49.7 | 45% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.8 | 2.1 | 3.4 | 3.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.20 | 0.30 | 0.49 | 33% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.7% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 48% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 37.3% | 17.7% | 6.2% | 2.1× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 30.5% | 25.5% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 30.5% | 21.9% | 13.8% | 1.4× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 50.8% | 44.4% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 11.9% | 20.7% | 24.8% | 43% below the state |
Compared with Michigan, Benzie County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share. It runs above Michigan on deaths per 100 crashes, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am).
Benzie County at a glance: 6.8 deaths per 100 truck crashes, vs 2.1 in Michigan.
Overview
Police reported 65 crashes involving commercial trucks in Benzie County since 2015: 15 people were injured and 4 were killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 68 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
January has the most truck crashes, 18.5% of the yearly total, while March has the fewest (1.5%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 50.8% of truck crashes, vs 44.4% for Michigan.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 21.5% of truck crashes.
37.3% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 17.7% across Michigan.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 49650 is US-31, with 3 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: SR-72 (2) and CR-SOUTH Long Lake Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 1 crash, 1.5% of the total, against 3.2% across Michigan.
Route planning tips for ZIP 49650 fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Benzie County.
- Look at alternatives to US-31 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 30.5% of truck crashes here, more than Michigan; adjust start times where you can.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 37.3% 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 Benzie County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-31 | 3 |
| SR-72 | 2 |
| CR-SOUTH Long Lake Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Benzie County) |
|---|---|
| Honor | 15 |
| Reynolds | 6 |
| Lake Ann | 4 |
| US-31 | 3 |
| Pioneer | 3 |
| Cadillac | 2 |
| Cinder | 2 |
| Crystal | 2 |
ZIP 49650 at a glance
| Population | 3,411 |
| Density | 55 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $87,500 |
| Median home value | $282,005 |
| Home ownership | 90% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Benzie 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 | 3 | — | 0.2 |
| 2000s | 4 | +43% | 0.2 |
| 2010s | 4 | -15% | 0.2 |
| 2020s | 6 | +71% | 0.4 |
In the 1990s about 3 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 6. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 0.2 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 49650
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 49650?
Since 2015, 65 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Benzie County (15 injured, 4 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 49650?
US-31 had 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 49650 since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 49650?
Truck crashes in Benzie County peak in January, with 18.5% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 49650?
Since 2015, Benzie County has reported 1 garbage-truck crash, or 1.5% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 49650 compare with Michigan for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 29.0 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Benzie County, vs 52.4 for Michigan.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 49650?
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.