ZIP 54742 (Fall Creek, WI) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 54742: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Eau Claire 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
17 of 677 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Eau Claire County compares with Wisconsin
Eau Claire County against Wisconsin and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Eau Claire County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Eau Claire County | Wisconsin | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 53.3 | 42.6 | 49.7 | 1.3× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 0.9 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 74% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.59 | 0.46 | 0.49 | 1.3× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.5% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 8% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 25.2% | 13.4% | 6.2% | 1.9× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 27.9% | 26.9% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 22.3% | 16.5% | 13.8% | 1.3× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 54.2% | 44.9% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 22.6% | 20.9% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
Eau Claire County has lower values than Wisconsin for deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
Eau Claire County at a glance: December 17.6% of truck crashes happen in December, more than any other month.
Overview
Since 2015, 677 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Eau Claire County. They injured 388 people and killed 7.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 6 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is December with 17.6% of truck crashes; the quietest is May at 5.2%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 54.2% of truck crashes, against 44.9% across Wisconsin.
By time of day, 9–10 am stands out with 10.6% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 25.2% of truck crashes, compared with 13.4% in Wisconsin.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 54742 since 2015: CR-II (1) and I-94 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 17 crashes, 2.5% of the total, against 2.7% across Wisconsin.
Route planning tips for ZIP 54742 fleets
- Plan December schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Eau Claire County.
- With 25.2% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Wisconsin), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 Eau Claire County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| CR-II | 1 |
| I-94 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Eau Claire County) |
|---|---|
| I-094 | 356 |
| Ush 012 | 57 |
| Ush 053 | 28 |
| Sth 093 | 23 |
| Sth 312 | 12 |
| Sth 037 | 10 |
| Cth H | 9 |
| SR-094 | 8 |
ZIP 54742 at a glance
| Population | 4,255 |
| Density | 15 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $102,083 |
| Median home value | $282,000 |
| Home ownership | 86% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Eau Claire 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 | 42 | — | 1.3 |
| 2000s | 46 | +10% | 1.5 |
| 2010s | 53 | +14% | 0.9 |
| 2020s | 58 | +11% | 0.2 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 42 to 58. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.2 a year in 2016–19, 0.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 54742
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 54742?
677 truck crashes have been reported in Eau Claire County since 2015, with 7 deaths and 388 injuries.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 54742?
Truck crashes in Eau Claire County peak in December, with 17.6% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 54742?
17 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Eau Claire County since 2015, 2.5% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 54742 compare with Wisconsin?
Eau Claire County records 53.3 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 42.6 across Wisconsin.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 54742?
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.