ZIP 50249 (Stratford, IA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 50249: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Hamilton 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
2 of 405 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Hamilton County compares with Iowa
Hamilton County against Iowa and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Hamilton County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Hamilton County | Iowa | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 230.1 | 68.1 | 49.7 | 3.4× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.3 | 3.5 | 3.4 | 1.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.40 | 0.41 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.5% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 76% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 39.1% | 18.7% | 6.2% | 2.1× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.3% | 24.0% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 27.9% | 15.1% | 13.8% | 1.8× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 60.6% | 45.4% | 41.9% | 1.3× the state |
| After dark | 34.6% | 23.1% | 24.8% | 1.5× the state |
Hamilton County sits below Iowa on garbage-truck share. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
Hamilton County at a glance: 39.1% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Iowa: 18.7%).
Overview
Hamilton County has recorded 405 truck crashes since 2015, with 225 people injured and 16 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 11 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is December with 18.8% of truck crashes; the quietest is April at 4.0%.
November through March accounts for 60.6% of truck crashes here, compared with 45.4% in Iowa.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 11.9% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 39.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Iowa: 18.7%).
Where crashes happen
Since 2015, fatal crashes with a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 50249 happened on CR-KANTOR Ave (1) and SR-17 (1); no road leads clearly.
Garbage & waste trucks
2 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 0.5% share (Iowa: 2.2%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 50249 fleets
- Build extra time into December routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- 26.3% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Iowa; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- With 39.1% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Iowa), plan winter equipment 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 Hamilton County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| CR-KANTOR Ave | 1 |
| SR-17 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Hamilton County) |
|---|---|
| I-35 | 37 |
| US-20 | 17 |
| Ia 17 | 11 |
| I 35 S, 141.75Mm | 10 |
| Interstate 35/I 35 | 9 |
| Nb Exit Ramp | 7 |
| Ramp 220Th St, E To E To State | 6 |
| Ramp Us 20 W To I 35 N And I 3 | 4 |
ZIP 50249 at a glance
| Population | 1,312 |
| Density | 6 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $60,761 |
| Median home value | $130,163 |
| Home ownership | 85% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Hamilton 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 | 12 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 21 | +80% | 0.6 |
| 2010s | 24 | +12% | 0.4 |
| 2020s | 42 | +77% | 1.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 12 a year in the 1990s and 42 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 0.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 50249
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 50249?
Hamilton County has had 405 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 225 people and killing 16.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 50249?
December has the most truck crashes in Hamilton County, 18.8% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 50249?
2 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Hamilton County since 2015, 0.5% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 50249 compare with Iowa for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 230.1 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Hamilton County, vs 68.1 for Iowa.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 50249?
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.