ZIP 54724 (Bloomer, WI) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 54724: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Chippewa 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 352 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Chippewa County compares with Wisconsin
Chippewa County against Wisconsin and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Chippewa County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Chippewa County | Wisconsin | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 45.8 | 42.6 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.4 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.3× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.35 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 24% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.9% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 68% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 17.4% | 13.4% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 27.7% | 26.9% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 17.4% | 16.5% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.8% | 44.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 19.8% | 20.9% | 24.8% | same |
Chippewa County sits below Wisconsin on injuries per crash and garbage-truck share. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Chippewa County: 1 in 114 of truck crashes here involve garbage trucks: 0.9%, vs 2.7% in Wisconsin.
Overview
Chippewa County has recorded 352 truck crashes since 2015, with 126 people injured and 15 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 12 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 11.4% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (5.4%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 42.8% of truck crashes, against 44.9% across Wisconsin.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 10.6% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 17.4% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Wisconsin: 13.4%).
Where crashes happen
Since 2015, fatal crashes with a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 54724 happened on 125th Ave (1) and SR-64 (1); no road leads clearly.
Garbage & waste trucks
4 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.1% share (Wisconsin: 2.7%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 54724 fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Chippewa County.
- With 17.4% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Wisconsin), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 Chippewa County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| 125th Ave | 1 |
| SR-64 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Chippewa County) |
|---|---|
| Sth 029 | 107 |
| Ush 053 | 43 |
| Sth 064 | 15 |
| Sth 027 | 11 |
| Cth X | 9 |
| Sth 040 | 9 |
| Sth 124 | 9 |
| Sth 178 | 9 |
ZIP 54724 at a glance
| Population | 7,517 |
| Density | 18 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $72,391 |
| Median home value | $244,698 |
| Home ownership | 81% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Chippewa 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 | — | 1.8 |
| 2000s | 30 | +6% | 0.6 |
| 2010s | 30 | +2% | 1.3 |
| 2020s | 29 | -2% | 1.2 |
In the 1990s about 28 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 29. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 1.8 a year in 2016–19 and 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 54724
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 54724?
Since 2015, 352 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Chippewa County (126 injured, 15 killed).
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 54724?
The worst month is February: 11.4% of truck crashes in Chippewa County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 54724?
4 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Chippewa County since 2015, 1.1% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 54724 compare with Wisconsin?
Per 100,000 residents, Chippewa County has 45.8 truck crashes a year; Wisconsin has 42.6.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 54724?
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.