ZIP 57732 (Deadwood, SD) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 57732: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Lawrence 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 124 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Lawrence County compares with South Dakota
Lawrence County against South Dakota and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Lawrence County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Lawrence County | South Dakota | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 37.2 | 42.0 | 49.7 | 11% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.1 | 5.2 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.14 | 0.13 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.5% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 1.6× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 33.1% | 28.6% | 6.2% | 1.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 16.1% | 22.2% | 23.7% | 28% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 31.4% | 17.5% | 13.8% | 1.8× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 50.0% | 48.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 28.0% | 22.8% | 24.8% | 1.2× the state |
Compared with South Dakota, Lawrence County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr and morning rush (6–10 am). Where it is higher: injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Lawrence County: 31.4% of truck crashes happen in rain, sleet or snow, vs 17.5% in South Dakota.
Overview
Police reported 124 crashes involving commercial trucks in Lawrence County since 2015: 19 people were injured and 6 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 34 days.
When crashes happen
January has the most truck crashes, 11.3% of the yearly total, while June has the fewest (4.0%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 50.0% of truck crashes, vs 48.8% for South Dakota.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 12.1% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 33.1% of truck crashes, compared with 28.6% in South Dakota.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 57732 since 2015: I-90 (2), US-14A (1) and US-385 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
3 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.4% share (South Dakota: 1.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 57732 fleets
- Build extra time into January routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- With 33.1% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above South Dakota), 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 Lawrence County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-90 | 2 |
| US-14A | 1 |
| US-385 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Lawrence County) |
|---|---|
| I-90 | 51 |
| US-85 | 21 |
| Sd Hwy 34 | 20 |
| Us Hwy 14 A | 5 |
| US-14A | 5 |
| 1St Ave | 2 |
| Whitewood Valley Rd | 2 |
| 12Th St | 1 |
ZIP 57732 at a glance
| Population | 1,714 |
| Density | 5 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $43,636 |
| Median home value | $232,824 |
| Home ownership | 62% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Lawrence 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 | 8 | — | 0.5 |
| 2000s | 8 | +12% | 0.0 |
| 2010s | 10 | +21% | 0.5 |
| 2020s | 12 | +12% | 0.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 8 a year in the 1990s and 12 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.8 a year in 2016–19 and 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 57732
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 57732?
Since 2015, 124 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Lawrence County (19 injured, 6 killed).
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 57732?
Truck crashes in Lawrence County peak in January, with 11.3% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 57732?
Garbage trucks were involved in 3 reported crashes in Lawrence County since 2015 (2.4% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 57732 compare with South Dakota for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 37.2 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Lawrence County, vs 42.0 for South Dakota.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 57732?
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.