ZIP 55749 (Holyoke, MN) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 55749: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Carlton 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
3 of 143 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Carlton County compares with Minnesota
Carlton County against Minnesota and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Carlton County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Carlton County | Minnesota | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 32.2 | 39.0 | 49.7 | 17% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.3 | 3.0 | 3.4 | 23% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.26 | 0.37 | 0.49 | 30% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.3% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 18% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 46.2% | 25.6% | 6.2% | 1.8× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.6% | 27.0% | 23.7% | 9% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 31.5% | 19.1% | 13.8% | 1.7× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 65.4% | 46.2% | 41.9% | 1.4× the state |
| After dark | 29.2% | 20.3% | 24.8% | 1.4× the state |
Carlton County sits below Minnesota on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. Where it is higher: on snow, slush or ice, in rain, sleet or snow and winter months (nov–mar).
What stands out in Carlton County: December 19.6% of truck crashes happen in December, more than any other month.
Overview
Carlton County has recorded 143 truck crashes since 2015, with 42 people injured and 3 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 31 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is December with 19.6% of truck crashes; the quietest is May at 0.0%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 65.4% of truck crashes, vs 46.2% for Minnesota.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 9.1% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 46.2% of truck crashes, compared with 25.6% in Minnesota.
Where crashes happen
Since 2015, fatal crashes with a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 55749 happened on SR-23 (1); no road leads clearly.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 3 of the truck crashes here, or 2.1%, compared with 2.8% in Minnesota.
Route planning tips for ZIP 55749 fleets
- Plan December schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Carlton County.
- With 46.2% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Minnesota), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 Carlton County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-23 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Carlton County) |
|---|---|
| I-35 | 36 |
| Mnth 210 | 20 |
| Mnth 45 | 8 |
| Mnth 73 | 6 |
| Csah 45 | 4 |
| Mnth 33 | 4 |
| W Co Hwy 61 | 3 |
| Cloquet Ave | 2 |
ZIP 55749 at a glance
| Population | 532 |
| Density | 2 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $77,500 |
| Median home value | $209,450 |
| Home ownership | 94% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Carlton 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 | 2 | — | 0.2 |
| 2000s | 11 | +398% | 0.6 |
| 2010s | 12 | +11% | 0.5 |
| 2020s | 11 | -9% | 0.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 2 a year in the 1990s and 11 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.2 a year in 2016–19, 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 55749
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 55749?
Since 2015, 143 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Carlton County (42 injured, 3 killed).
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 55749?
Truck crashes in Carlton County peak in December, with 19.6% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 55749?
3 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Carlton County since 2015, 2.1% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 55749 compare with Minnesota?
The yearly rate is 32.2 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Carlton County, vs 39.0 for Minnesota.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 55749?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.