ZIP 54487 (Tomahawk, WI) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 54487: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Lincoln 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
4 of 117 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Lincoln County compares with Wisconsin
Lincoln County against Wisconsin and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Lincoln County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Lincoln County | Wisconsin | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 34.2 | 42.6 | 49.7 | 20% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.7 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.39 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 15% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.7% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 33.6% | 13.4% | 6.2% | 2.5× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 35.5% | 26.9% | 23.7% | 1.3× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.6% | 16.5% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 47.7% | 44.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 11.2% | 20.9% | 24.8% | 46% below the state |
Compared with Wisconsin, Lincoln County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and after dark. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
Lincoln County at a glance: 33.6% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Wisconsin: 13.4%).
Overview
Police reported 117 crashes involving commercial trucks in Lincoln County since 2015: 45 people were injured and 4 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 38 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is February with 13.7% of truck crashes; the quietest is November at 4.3%.
November through March accounts for 47.7% of truck crashes here, compared with 44.9% in Wisconsin.
The busiest hour is 1–2 pm, with 13.7% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 33.6% of truck crashes, compared with 13.4% in Wisconsin.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 54487 is US-8, with 4 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. It is followed by US-51 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
4 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 3.4% share (Wisconsin: 2.7%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 54487 fleets
- Build extra time into February routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Where you can, review stops along US-8; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 35.5% of truck crashes here, more than Wisconsin; adjust start times where you can.
- 33.6% 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 Lincoln County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-8 | 4 |
| US-51 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Lincoln County) |
|---|---|
| Ush 051 | 26 |
| Ush 008 | 15 |
| Sth 017 | 8 |
| Sth 064 | 7 |
| Sth 107 | 6 |
| Cth K | 5 |
| Sth 086 | 4 |
| Cth | 3 |
ZIP 54487 at a glance
| Population | 9,562 |
| Density | 13 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $72,416 |
| Median home value | $228,118 |
| Home ownership | 88% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Lincoln 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 | — | 0.6 |
| 2000s | 12 | -16% | 0.3 |
| 2010s | 7 | -37% | 0.0 |
| 2020s | 12 | +71% | 0.8 |
In the 1990s about 14 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 12. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.0 a year in 2016–19 and 0.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 54487
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 54487?
117 truck crashes have been reported in Lincoln County since 2015, with 4 deaths and 45 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 54487?
US-8 had 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 54487 since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 54487?
Truck crashes in Lincoln County peak in February, with 13.7% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 54487?
4 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Lincoln County since 2015, 3.4% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 54487 compare with Wisconsin?
Per 100,000 residents, Lincoln County has 34.2 truck crashes a year; Wisconsin has 42.6.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 54487?
Paste your stops into the free CurbWaste Route Planner: it scores your route against fatal-crash locations, suggests safer alternatives and flags low bridges.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.