ZIP 50660 (New Hartford, IA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 50660: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Butler 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
0 of 75 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Butler County compares with Iowa
Butler County against Iowa and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Butler County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Butler County | Iowa | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 45.6 | 68.1 | 49.7 | 33% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 7.0 | 3.5 | 3.4 | 2.0× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.41 | 0.41 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.0% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 100% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 23.9% | 18.7% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.4% | 24.0% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.9% | 15.1% | 13.8% | 35% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 38.0% | 45.4% | 41.9% | 16% below the state |
| After dark | 12.7% | 23.1% | 24.8% | 45% below the state |
Compared with Iowa, Butler County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and in rain, sleet or snow. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for Butler County: 0 crashes involve a garbage truck (0 since 2015), vs 2.2% across Iowa.
Overview
Butler County has recorded 75 truck crashes since 2015, with 31 people injured and 6 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 57 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is June with 13.3% of truck crashes; the quietest is November at 2.7%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 38.0% of truck crashes, vs 45.4% for Iowa.
The busiest hour is 7–8 am, with 10.7% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 23.9% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Iowa: 18.7%).
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 50660 since 2015: CR-D17 130Th St (1), Mu-Pheasant Dr (1), Ridge Ave (1) and SR-14 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
FMCSA lists no garbage-truck crashes in Butler County since 2015.
Route planning tips for ZIP 50660 fleets
- Review driver schedules for June, the month with the most truck crashes.
- 23.9% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Iowa; 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 Butler County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| CR-D17 130Th St | 1 |
| Mu-Pheasant Dr | 1 |
| Ridge Ave | 1 |
| SR-14 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Butler County) |
|---|---|
| Ia 3 | 7 |
| 250Th St | 2 |
| North Public Rd And Ia 3 | 2 |
| State 14/Iowa 14 | 2 |
| T047/Sinclair Ave And C055/290 | 2 |
| Terrace Ave | 2 |
| 10Th St And Illinois Central G | 1 |
| 270Th St 27000 Block | 1 |
ZIP 50660 at a glance
| Population | 1,143 |
| Density | 13 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $95,969 |
| Median home value | $198,784 |
| Home ownership | 86% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Butler 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 | 5 | — | 0.6 |
| 2000s | 5 | +5% | 0.1 |
| 2010s | 5 | -2% | 0.1 |
| 2020s | 7 | +40% | 0.6 |
In the 1990s about 5 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 7. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.2 a year in 2016–19, 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 50660
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 50660?
Since 2015, 75 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Butler County (31 injured, 6 killed).
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 50660?
The worst month is June: 13.3% of truck crashes in Butler County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 50660?
Garbage trucks were involved in 0 reported crashes in Butler County since 2015 (0.0% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 50660 compared with Iowa?
Per 100,000 residents, Butler County has 45.6 truck crashes a year; Iowa has 68.1.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 50660?
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.