ZIP 60451 (New Lenox, IL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 60451: 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 |
Will County sits below Illinois on deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr.
ZIP 60451 at a glance: I-80 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 60451: 14 since 2015.
Overview
Will County has recorded 7,292 truck crashes since 2015, with 3,274 people injured and 134 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly 2 truck crashes every day.
When crashes happen
The worst month is June with 9.7% of truck crashes; the quietest is March at 7.6%.
November through March accounts for 41.1% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.0% in Illinois.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out 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 60451 is I-80, with 14 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. Next come SR-53 (7), US-6 (4) and I-355 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 69 crashes, 0.9% of the total, against 1.4% across Illinois.
Their busiest month is May, with 13% of garbage-truck crashes.
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 3.2, vs 1.8 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 60451 fleets
- Review driver schedules for June, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to I-80 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in May; review collection routes for that month.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Will County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-80 | 14 |
| SR-53 | 7 |
| US-6 | 4 |
| I-355 | 2 |
| SR-171 | 2 |
| CR-19 | 1 |
| CR-4 Cedar Rd | 1 |
| CR-6 Manhattan Monee Rd | 1 |
| CR-62 | 1 |
| CR-87 (Gougar Rd) | 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 60451 at a glance
| Population | 37,361 |
| Density | 573 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $137,404 |
| Median home value | $392,937 |
| Home ownership | 93% |
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 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 135 a year in the 1990s and 637 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 8.8 a year in 2016–19 and 8.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 60451
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 60451?
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 60451?
Since 2015, I-80 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 60451: 14.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 60451?
The worst month is June: 9.7% of truck crashes in Will County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 60451?
Since 2015, Will County has reported 69 garbage-truck crashes, or 0.9% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 60451 compare with Illinois?
Will County records 87.7 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 56.0 across Illinois.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 60451?
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.