ZIP 60404 (Shorewood, IL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 60404: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Will 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
3.2 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 1.8 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Will County compares with Illinois
Will County against Illinois and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Will County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Will County | Illinois | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 87.7 | 56.0 | 49.7 | 1.6× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.8 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 31% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.45 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 10% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.9% | 1.4% | 2.3% | 32% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 7.9% | 9.0% | 6.2% | 12% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.5% | 24.3% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 17.3% | 17.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.1% | 42.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 23.5% | 24.1% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Illinois, Will County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr.
ZIP 60404 at a glance: I-80 14 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 60404.
Overview
Will County has recorded 7,292 truck crashes since 2015, with 3,274 people injured and 134 killed.
That averages about 2 truck crashes a day in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
June has the most truck crashes, 9.7% of the yearly total, while March has the fewest (7.6%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 41.1% of truck crashes, against 42.0% across Illinois.
The busiest hour is 11 am–12 pm, with 7.1% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 7.9% of truck crashes, compared with 9.0% in Illinois.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 60404 is I-80, with 14 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. It is followed by I-55 (9), SR-53 (6) and US-6 (3).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 69 crashes, 0.9% of the total, against 1.4% across Illinois.
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in May (13%).
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 3.2, vs 1.8 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 60404 fleets
- Review driver schedules for June, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use I-80, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in May; review collection routes for that month.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
Sources: the FMCSA crash file for all reported truck crashes and NHTSA FARS for fatal crashes with a large truck. Every statement here comes straight from those numbers.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Will County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-80 | 14 |
| I-55 | 9 |
| SR-53 | 6 |
| US-6 | 3 |
| US-52 | 2 |
| CR-17 Arsenal Rd | 1 |
| CR-3 Cr-16 Obrien Rd | 1 |
| CR-36 Renwick Rd | 1 |
| CR-88 Weber Rd | 1 |
| Centerpoint Way | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Will County) |
|---|---|
| I-80 | 874 |
| I-55 | 589 |
| Il-53 | 158 |
| I-355 | 116 |
| Weber Rd | 101 |
| I-57 | 97 |
| S Chicago St | 76 |
| Centerpoint Way | 62 |
ZIP 60404 at a glance
| Population | 20,385 |
| Density | 500 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $122,171 |
| Median home value | $334,737 |
| Home ownership | 95% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Will 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 | 135 | — | 9.8 |
| 2000s | 314 | +132% | 7.6 |
| 2010s | 513 | +63% | 8.1 |
| 2020s | 637 | +24% | 8.8 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 135 to 637. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 8.8 a year in 2016–19 and 8.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 60404
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 60404?
Since 2015, 7,292 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Will County (3,274 injured, 134 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 60404?
Since 2015, I-80 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 60404: 14.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 60404?
June has the most truck crashes in Will County, 9.7% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 60404?
Since 2015, Will County has reported 69 garbage-truck crashes, or 0.9% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 60404 compare with Illinois for truck crashes?
Will County records 87.7 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 56.0 across Illinois.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 60404?
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.