ZIP 53012 (Cedarburg, WI) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 53012: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Ozaukee 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
13 of 404 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Ozaukee County compares with Wisconsin
Ozaukee County against Wisconsin and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Ozaukee County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Ozaukee County | Wisconsin | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 36.8 | 42.6 | 49.7 | 14% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.2 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.37 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 20% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.2% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 9.2% | 13.4% | 6.2% | 31% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 27.4% | 26.9% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 16.8% | 16.5% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 48.2% | 44.9% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 20.8% | 20.9% | 24.8% | same |
Ozaukee County has lower values than Wisconsin for crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and winter months (nov–mar).
The headline for ZIP 53012: I-43 3 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 53012.
Overview
Since 2015, 404 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Ozaukee County. They injured 149 people and killed 16.
That averages about one truck crash every 11 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
January has the most truck crashes, 12.4% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (5.4%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 48.2% of truck crashes, against 44.9% across Wisconsin.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 10.4% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 9.2% of truck crashes, compared with 13.4% in Wisconsin.
Where crashes happen
I-43 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 53012 with 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by SR-175 (2), SR-33 (2) and Bridge St (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 13 crashes, 3.2% of the total, against 2.7% across Wisconsin.
Route planning tips for ZIP 53012 fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Ozaukee County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-43; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Ozaukee County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-43 | 3 |
| SR-175 | 2 |
| SR-33 | 2 |
| Bridge St | 1 |
| SR-100 | 1 |
| US-41 | 1 |
| US-45 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Ozaukee County) |
|---|---|
| I-043 | 147 |
| Sth 057 | 26 |
| Sth 060 | 12 |
| Sth 167 | 12 |
| Donges Bay Rd | 9 |
| Sth 033 | 9 |
| Sth 181 | 9 |
| Cth C | 8 |
ZIP 53012 at a glance
| Population | 19,183 |
| Density | 219 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $96,090 |
| Median home value | $421,740 |
| Home ownership | 73% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Ozaukee 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 | 30 | — | 1.3 |
| 2000s | 38 | +26% | 1.5 |
| 2010s | 33 | -13% | 0.3 |
| 2020s | 34 | +2% | 1.2 |
In the 1990s about 30 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 34. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.5 a year in 2016–19 and 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 53012
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 53012?
404 truck crashes have been reported in Ozaukee County since 2015, with 16 deaths and 149 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 53012?
Since 2015, I-43 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 53012: 3.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 53012?
Truck crashes in Ozaukee County peak in January, with 12.4% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 53012?
Garbage trucks were involved in 13 reported crashes in Ozaukee County since 2015 (3.2% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 53012 compare with Wisconsin?
Per 100,000 residents, Ozaukee County has 36.8 truck crashes a year; Wisconsin has 42.6.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 53012?
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.