ZIP 55123 (Saint Paul, MN) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 55123: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Dakota 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
0.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.2 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Dakota County compares with Minnesota
Dakota County against Minnesota and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Dakota County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Dakota County | Minnesota | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 35.4 | 39.0 | 49.7 | 9% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.2 | 3.0 | 3.4 | 27% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.29 | 0.37 | 0.49 | 22% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.5% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 20.1% | 25.6% | 6.2% | 21% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 30.1% | 27.0% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 17.8% | 19.1% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 44.2% | 46.2% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 19.7% | 20.3% | 24.8% | same |
Dakota County sits below Minnesota on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. It runs above Minnesota on garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for ZIP 55123: SR-55 4 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 55123.
Overview
Since 2015, 1,906 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Dakota County. They injured 599 people and killed 40.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 2 days.
When crashes happen
December has the most truck crashes, 10.5% of the yearly total, while March has the fewest (6.7%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 44.2% of truck crashes, against 46.2% across Minnesota.
The busiest hour is 11 am–12 pm, with 8.4% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 20.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Minnesota: 25.6%).
Where crashes happen
SR-55 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 55123 with 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by I-35 (3), CR-46 (2) and I-494 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 73 crashes, 3.8% of the total, against 2.8% across Minnesota.
Garbage-truck crashes peak in September (16% of them).
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 0.0, vs 2.2 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 55123 fleets
- Plan December schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Dakota County.
- Check whether your routes use SR-55, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Waste haulers: September is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Dakota County.
- 30.1% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Minnesota; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 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 Dakota County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-55 | 4 |
| I-35 | 3 |
| CR-46 | 2 |
| I-494 | 2 |
| SR-13 | 2 |
| Baillif Pl | 1 |
| Burnsville Pkwy | 1 |
| CR-28 Yankee Doodle Rd | 1 |
| CR-31 Pilot Knob Rd | 1 |
| CR-38A Maxwell Ave | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Dakota County) |
|---|---|
| Isth 494 | 135 |
| Usth 52 | 109 |
| I-35 | 76 |
| Mnth 13 | 53 |
| Mnth 55 | 49 |
| Coates Blvd | 35 |
| Cedar Ave | 31 |
| 160Th St | 30 |
ZIP 55123 at a glance
| Population | 26,501 |
| Density | 950 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $139,215 |
| Median home value | $461,695 |
| Home ownership | 78% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Dakota 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 | 29 | — | 3.1 |
| 2000s | 144 | +399% | 2.9 |
| 2010s | 158 | +10% | 2.5 |
| 2020s | 152 | -4% | 3.0 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 29 to 152. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 4.2 a year in 2016–19, 3.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 55123
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 55123?
Dakota County has had 1,906 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 599 people and killing 40.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 55123?
Since 2015, SR-55 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 55123: 4.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 55123?
Truck crashes in Dakota County peak in December, with 10.5% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 55123?
Since 2015, Dakota County has reported 73 garbage-truck crashes, or 3.8% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 55123 compared with Minnesota?
Per 100,000 residents, Dakota County has 35.4 truck crashes a year; Minnesota has 39.0.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 55123?
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.