ZIP 49680 (South Boardman, MI) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 49680: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Kalkaska 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
4 of 121 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Kalkaska County compares with Michigan
Kalkaska County against Michigan and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Kalkaska County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Kalkaska County | Michigan | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 53.2 | 52.4 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.4 | 2.1 | 3.4 | 3.0× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.37 | 0.30 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.8% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 15% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 27.5% | 17.7% | 6.2% | 1.6× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 22.9% | 25.5% | 23.7% | 10% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 31.2% | 21.9% | 13.8% | 1.4× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 52.3% | 44.4% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 26.6% | 20.7% | 24.8% | 1.3× the state |
Kalkaska County has lower values than Michigan for garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
Kalkaska County at a glance: 6.4 deaths per 100 truck crashes, vs 2.1 in Michigan.
Overview
Police reported 121 crashes involving commercial trucks in Kalkaska County since 2015: 44 people were injured and 7 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 37 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is January with 13.2% of truck crashes; the quietest is October at 2.5%.
November through March accounts for 52.3% of truck crashes here, compared with 44.4% in Michigan.
More truck crashes happen at 9–10 am than at any other hour (9.1%).
Road surface: 27.5% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Michigan: 17.7%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 49680 is US-131, with 4 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: CR-605 Williamsburg Rd (1) and US-31 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 4 of the truck crashes here, or 3.3%, compared with 3.2% in Michigan.
Route planning tips for ZIP 49680 fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Kalkaska County.
- Check whether your routes use US-131, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 27.5% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Michigan; 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 Kalkaska County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-131 | 4 |
| CR-605 Williamsburg Rd | 1 |
| US-31 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Kalkaska County) |
|---|---|
| US-131 | 36 |
| Cedar | 9 |
| Boardman | 4 |
| Mile | 4 |
| County Road 571 | 3 |
| County Road 612 | 2 |
| Ingersoll | 2 |
| Rapid City | 2 |
ZIP 49680 at a glance
| Population | 2,206 |
| Density | 15 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $77,216 |
| Median home value | $168,413 |
| Home ownership | 94% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Kalkaska 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 | 8 | — | 0.4 |
| 2000s | 8 | +9% | 0.3 |
| 2010s | 7 | -19% | 0.5 |
| 2020s | 12 | +69% | 0.4 |
In the 1990s about 8 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 12. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 1.0 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 49680
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 49680?
121 truck crashes have been reported in Kalkaska County since 2015, with 7 deaths and 44 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 49680?
US-131 had 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 49680 since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 49680?
Truck crashes in Kalkaska County peak in January, with 13.2% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 49680?
Garbage trucks were involved in 4 reported crashes in Kalkaska County since 2015 (3.3% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 49680 compare with Michigan?
Per 100,000 residents, Kalkaska County has 53.2 truck crashes a year; Michigan has 52.4.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 49680?
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.