ZIP 53913 (Baraboo, WI) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 53913: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Sauk 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
12 of 467 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Sauk County compares with Wisconsin
Sauk County against Wisconsin and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Sauk County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Sauk County | Wisconsin | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 60.3 | 42.6 | 49.7 | 1.4× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.8 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.42 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 9% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 15.4% | 13.4% | 6.2% | 1.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 29.2% | 26.9% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.3% | 16.5% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 48.1% | 44.9% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 25.4% | 20.9% | 24.8% | 1.2× the state |
Sauk County sits below Wisconsin on injuries per crash. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
Sauk County at a glance: January worst month: 13.9% of truck crashes, vs 8.3% in an average month.
Overview
Sauk County has recorded 467 truck crashes since 2015, with 200 people injured and 23 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 9 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
January has the most truck crashes, 13.9% of the yearly total, while April has the fewest (6.0%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 48.1% of truck crashes, against 44.9% across Wisconsin.
More truck crashes happen at 8–9 am than at any other hour (8.2%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 15.4% of truck crashes, compared with 13.4% in Wisconsin.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-90 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (8). After it: SR-33 (2), CR-COON Bluff Rd (1) and SR-136 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
12 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.6% share (Wisconsin: 2.7%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 53913 fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Sauk County.
- Check whether your routes use I-90, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 29.2% of truck crashes here, more than Wisconsin; adjust start times where you can.
- 15.4% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Wisconsin; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Sauk County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-90 | 8 |
| SR-33 | 2 |
| CR-COON Bluff Rd | 1 |
| SR-136 | 1 |
| SR-23 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Sauk County) |
|---|---|
| I-090 | 200 |
| Sth 023 | 38 |
| Ush 012 | 21 |
| Sth 033 | 18 |
| Ush 014 | 13 |
| SR-090 | 10 |
| Sth 060 | 9 |
| Sth 136 | 7 |
ZIP 53913 at a glance
| Population | 21,704 |
| Density | 60 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $74,629 |
| Median home value | $230,340 |
| Home ownership | 67% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Sauk 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 | 38 | — | 1.7 |
| 2000s | 50 | +33% | 1.4 |
| 2010s | 39 | -23% | 1.1 |
| 2020s | 42 | +8% | 2.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 38 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. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.0 a year in 2016–19, 2.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 53913
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 53913?
Since 2015, 467 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Sauk County (200 injured, 23 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 53913?
NHTSA data shows I-90 with 8 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 53913 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 53913?
Truck crashes in Sauk County peak in January, with 13.9% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 53913?
Since 2015, Sauk County has reported 12 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.6% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 53913 compared with Wisconsin?
The yearly rate is 60.3 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Sauk County, vs 42.6 for Wisconsin.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 53913?
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.