ZIP 60013 (Cary, IL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 60013: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in McHenry 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
2.9 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.9 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How McHenry County compares with Illinois
McHenry County against Illinois and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where McHenry County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | McHenry County | Illinois | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 29.7 | 56.0 | 49.7 | 47% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.9 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.47 | 0.50 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.3% | 1.4% | 2.3% | 2.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 12.0% | 9.0% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 27.8% | 24.3% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 16.3% | 17.9% | 13.8% | 9% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.2% | 42.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 16.4% | 24.1% | 24.8% | 32% below the state |
Compared with Illinois, McHenry County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, in rain, sleet or snow and after dark. It runs above Illinois on deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for McHenry County: 1 in 30 crashes involve a garbage truck (36 since 2015), vs 1.4% across Illinois.
Overview
Police reported 1,104 crashes involving commercial trucks in McHenry County since 2015: 530 people were injured and 30 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 4 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is July with 10.5% of truck crashes; the quietest is April at 6.0%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 42.2% of truck crashes, vs 42.0% for Illinois.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 8.3% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 12.0% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Illinois: 9.0%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 60013 is US-12, with 4 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: CR-44 Darell Rd (1), CR-45 (Roberts Rd) (1) and CR-49 Cr-V61 Fairfield Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 36 crashes, 3.3% of the total, against 1.4% across Illinois.
Garbage-truck crashes peak in January (17% of them).
Per 100 crashes, garbage trucks recorded 2.9 deaths compared with 2.9 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 60013 fleets
- Build extra time into July routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use US-12, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- For residential and commercial waste routes, look again at January schedules: garbage-truck crashes peak then.
- 27.8% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Illinois; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- With 12.0% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Illinois), 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 McHenry County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-12 | 4 |
| CR-44 Darell Rd | 1 |
| CR-45 (Roberts Rd) | 1 |
| CR-49 Cr-V61 Fairfield Rd | 1 |
| CR-49/V61/FAIRFIELD Rd | 1 |
| SR-176 | 1 |
| SR-31 | 1 |
| SR-59 | 1 |
| SR-60 | 1 |
| SR-62 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (McHenry County) |
|---|---|
| I-90 | 92 |
| US-14 | 48 |
| Il-31 | 47 |
| Il-176 | 40 |
| Il-47 | 24 |
| Algonquin Rd | 19 |
| US-20 | 19 |
| Illinois Route 47 | 16 |
ZIP 60013 at a glance
| Population | 26,694 |
| Density | 713 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $120,604 |
| Median home value | $315,422 |
| Home ownership | 88% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in McHenry 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 | 52 | — | 3.8 |
| 2000s | 80 | +54% | 3.1 |
| 2010s | 88 | +10% | 1.4 |
| 2020s | 92 | +4% | 1.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 52 a year in the 1990s and 92 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 2.2 a year in 2016–19, 1.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 60013
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 60013?
Since 2015, 1,104 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in McHenry County (530 injured, 30 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 60013?
US-12 had 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 60013 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 60013?
July has the most truck crashes in McHenry County, 10.5% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 60013?
Garbage trucks were involved in 36 reported crashes in McHenry County since 2015 (3.3% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 60013 compared with Illinois?
Per 100,000 residents, McHenry County has 29.7 truck crashes a year; Illinois has 56.0.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 60013?
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.