ZIP 52742 (De Witt, IA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 52742: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Clinton 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
8 of 287 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Clinton County compares with Iowa
Clinton County against Iowa and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Clinton County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Clinton County | Iowa | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 55.1 | 68.1 | 49.7 | 19% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.9 | 3.5 | 3.4 | 17% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.43 | 0.41 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 1.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 9.7% | 18.7% | 6.2% | 48% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 27.6% | 24.0% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.7% | 15.1% | 13.8% | 36% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 38.4% | 45.4% | 41.9% | 16% below the state |
| After dark | 12.2% | 23.1% | 24.8% | 47% below the state |
Compared with Iowa, Clinton County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice. It runs above Iowa on garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
ZIP 52742 at a glance: US-30 3 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 52742.
Overview
Clinton County has recorded 287 truck crashes since 2015, with 119 people injured and 8 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 14 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is August with 11.8% of truck crashes; the quietest is February at 4.9%.
November through March accounts for 38.4% of truck crashes here, compared with 45.4% in Iowa.
The busiest hour is 3–4 pm, with 11.5% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 9.7% of truck crashes, compared with 18.7% in Iowa.
Where crashes happen
US-30 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 52742 with 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come US-61 (2) and CR-Y52 210Th Ave (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 8 crashes, 2.8% of the total, against 2.2% across Iowa.
Route planning tips for ZIP 52742 fleets
- Build extra time into August routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use US-30, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 27.6% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Iowa; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 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 Clinton County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-30 | 3 |
| US-61 | 2 |
| CR-Y52 210Th Ave | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Clinton County) |
|---|---|
| US-30 | 15 |
| Us 30/Lincoln Way | 7 |
| Us 30/Camanche Ave | 6 |
| Ramp Us 30 W To Us 61 | 5 |
| US-61 | 4 |
| Us 61 N And 250Th Ave | 4 |
| Us 67/S 4Th St And Us 30/S 4Th | 3 |
| Us 30/Ramp | 3 |
ZIP 52742 at a glance
| Population | 7,284 |
| Density | 24 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $97,946 |
| Median home value | $261,035 |
| Home ownership | 80% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Clinton 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 | 28 | — | 1.0 |
| 2000s | 27 | -5% | 1.4 |
| 2010s | 25 | -5% | 0.8 |
| 2020s | 26 | +1% | 0.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 28 a year in the 1990s and 26 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.2 a year in 2016–19, 0.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 52742
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 52742?
Clinton County has had 287 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 119 people and killing 8.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 52742?
US-30 had 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 52742 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 52742?
August has the most truck crashes in Clinton County, 11.8% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 52742?
8 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Clinton County since 2015, 2.8% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 52742 compare with Iowa for truck crashes?
Clinton County records 55.1 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 68.1 across Iowa.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 52742?
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.