ZIP 52221 (Guernsey, IA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 52221: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Poweshiek 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 421 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Poweshiek County compares with Iowa
Poweshiek County against Iowa and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Poweshiek County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Poweshiek County | Iowa | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 189.7 | 68.1 | 49.7 | 2.8× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.5 | 3.5 | 3.4 | 1.9× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.54 | 0.41 | 0.49 | 1.3× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.5% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 76% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 23.6% | 18.7% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 21.6% | 24.0% | 23.7% | 10% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 24.4% | 15.1% | 13.8% | 1.6× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 49.4% | 45.4% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 28.8% | 23.1% | 24.8% | 1.3× the state |
Compared with Iowa, Poweshiek County is lower on garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
The headline for Poweshiek County: 1 in 192 of truck crashes here involve garbage trucks: 0.5%, vs 2.2% in Iowa.
Overview
Police reported 421 crashes involving commercial trucks in Poweshiek County since 2015: 222 people were injured and 27 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 10 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is January with 11.2% of truck crashes; the quietest is March at 5.9%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 49.4% of truck crashes, against 45.4% across Iowa.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 7.1% of truck crashes.
23.6% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 18.7% across Iowa.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 52221 is I-80, with 4 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: SR-21 (2), CR-F67/325 St (1) and CR-V044/D Ave (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
2 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 0.5% share (Iowa: 2.2%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 52221 fleets
- Review driver schedules for January, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to I-80 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 23.6% of truck crashes here, more than Iowa; schedule winter checks early.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
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 Poweshiek County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-80 | 4 |
| SR-21 | 2 |
| CR-F67/325 St | 1 |
| CR-V044/D Ave | 1 |
| CR-V18 | 1 |
| CR-V52/G Ave | 1 |
| SR-85 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Poweshiek County) |
|---|---|
| I-80 | 34 |
| Interstate 80/I 80 | 20 |
| Ia 146 | 6 |
| US-63 | 5 |
| Sb/Wb Interstate 0080 (Milepos | 4 |
| I 80 Wb 186 Mm | 4 |
| I 80 Wb 187Mm | 4 |
| 204.3Mm Wb I80 | 3 |
ZIP 52221 at a glance
| Population | 332 |
| Density | 6 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $86,473 |
| Median home value | $236,504 |
| Home ownership | 82% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Poweshiek 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 | 14 | — | 1.1 |
| 2000s | 28 | +97% | 1.0 |
| 2010s | 30 | +7% | 0.9 |
| 2020s | 36 | +18% | 1.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 14 a year in the 1990s and 36 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 1.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 52221
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 52221?
421 truck crashes have been reported in Poweshiek County since 2015, with 27 deaths and 222 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 52221?
NHTSA data shows I-80 with 4 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 52221 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 52221?
The worst month is January: 11.2% of truck crashes in Poweshiek County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 52221?
Garbage trucks were involved in 2 reported crashes in Poweshiek County since 2015 (0.5% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 52221 compare with Iowa?
Per 100,000 residents, Poweshiek County has 189.7 truck crashes a year; Iowa has 68.1.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 52221?
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.