ZIP 56009 (Alden, MN) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 56009: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Freeborn 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 540 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Freeborn County compares with Minnesota
Freeborn County against Minnesota and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Freeborn County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Freeborn County | Minnesota | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 152.3 | 39.0 | 49.7 | 3.9× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.3 | 3.0 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.32 | 0.37 | 0.49 | 14% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.6% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 44% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 51.8% | 25.6% | 6.2% | 2.0× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.2% | 27.0% | 23.7% | 14% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 26.0% | 19.1% | 13.8% | 1.4× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 67.5% | 46.2% | 41.9% | 1.5× the state |
| After dark | 28.3% | 20.3% | 24.8% | 1.4× the state |
Freeborn County sits below Minnesota on injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
Freeborn County at a glance: 51.8% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 25.6% in Minnesota.
Overview
Police reported 540 crashes involving commercial trucks in Freeborn County since 2015: 170 people were injured and 17 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 8 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is December with 16.9% of truck crashes; the quietest is May at 3.0%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 67.5% of truck crashes, against 46.2% across Minnesota.
By time of day, 1–2 pm stands out with 9.3% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 51.8% of truck crashes, compared with 25.6% in Minnesota.
Where crashes happen
I-90 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 56009 with 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: 220th St (1), CR-10 660Th Ave (1) and SR-13 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 8 of the truck crashes here, or 1.5%, compared with 2.8% in Minnesota.
Route planning tips for ZIP 56009 fleets
- Plan December schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Freeborn County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-90; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 51.8% of truck crashes here, more than Minnesota; schedule winter 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 Freeborn County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-90 | 2 |
| 220th St | 1 |
| CR-10 660Th Ave | 1 |
| SR-13 | 1 |
| US-69 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Freeborn County) |
|---|---|
| I-35 | 198 |
| Isth 90 | 71 |
| Mnth 13 | 11 |
| Msas 135 | 9 |
| Csah 46 | 8 |
| Usth 65 | 6 |
| E Main St | 4 |
| I-90 | 4 |
ZIP 56009 at a glance
| Population | 1,527 |
| Density | 6 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $80,804 |
| Median home value | $203,214 |
| Home ownership | 86% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Freeborn 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 | 18 | — | 0.9 |
| 2000s | 41 | +123% | 0.9 |
| 2010s | 43 | +5% | 0.6 |
| 2020s | 47 | +9% | 2.0 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 18 to 47. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 0.5 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 2.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 56009
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 56009?
Freeborn County has had 540 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 170 people and killing 17.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 56009?
Since 2015, I-90 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 56009: 2.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 56009?
Truck crashes in Freeborn County peak in December, with 16.9% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 56009?
Since 2015, Freeborn County has reported 8 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.5% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 56009 compared with Minnesota?
Per 100,000 residents, Freeborn County has 152.3 truck crashes a year; Minnesota has 39.0.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 56009?
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.