ZIP 55009 (Cannon Falls, MN) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 55009: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Goodhue 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
8 of 320 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Goodhue County compares with Minnesota
Goodhue County against Minnesota and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Goodhue County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Goodhue County | Minnesota | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 56.3 | 39.0 | 49.7 | 1.4× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.1 | 3.0 | 3.4 | 1.7× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.36 | 0.37 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.0% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 28% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 24.6% | 25.6% | 6.2% | same |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 32.3% | 27.0% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 18.9% | 19.1% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 43.4% | 46.2% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 17.2% | 20.3% | 24.8% | 15% below the state |
Goodhue County has lower values than Minnesota for garbage-truck share and after dark. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and morning rush (6–10 am).
Goodhue County at a glance: 5.1 deaths per 100 truck crashes, vs 3.0 in Minnesota.
Overview
Goodhue County has recorded 320 truck crashes since 2015, with 114 people injured and 15 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 14 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
January has the most truck crashes, 11.6% of the yearly total, while March has the fewest (3.4%).
November through March accounts for 43.4% of truck crashes here, compared with 46.2% in Minnesota.
More truck crashes happen at 7–8 am than at any other hour (9.7%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 24.6% of truck crashes, compared with 25.6% in Minnesota.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 55009 since 2015: US-52 (2) and SR-56 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 8 crashes, 2.5% of the total, against 2.8% across Minnesota.
Route planning tips for ZIP 55009 fleets
- Build extra time into January routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 32.3% of truck crashes here, more than Minnesota; adjust start times where you can.
- 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 Goodhue County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-52 | 2 |
| SR-56 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Goodhue County) |
|---|---|
| Usth 52 | 90 |
| Usth 61 | 33 |
| Mnth 56 | 14 |
| Main St | 13 |
| Mnth 58 | 12 |
| Csah 9 | 12 |
| Hwy | 9 |
| Mnth 60 | 8 |
ZIP 55009 at a glance
| Population | 8,127 |
| Density | 26 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $91,295 |
| Median home value | $330,477 |
| Home ownership | 82% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Goodhue 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 | 16 | — | 2.1 |
| 2000s | 29 | +75% | 1.1 |
| 2010s | 31 | +8% | 1.1 |
| 2020s | 25 | -19% | 0.8 |
In the 1990s about 16 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 25. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 0.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 0.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 55009
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 55009?
320 truck crashes have been reported in Goodhue County since 2015, with 15 deaths and 114 injuries.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 55009?
January has the most truck crashes in Goodhue County, 11.6% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 55009?
8 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Goodhue County since 2015, 2.5% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 55009 compared with Minnesota?
Per 100,000 residents, Goodhue County has 56.3 truck crashes a year; Minnesota has 39.0.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 55009?
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.