ZIP 61018 (Dakota, IL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 61018: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Stephenson 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
4 of 199 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Stephenson County compares with Illinois
Stephenson County against Illinois and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Stephenson County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Stephenson County | Illinois | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 40.3 | 56.0 | 49.7 | 28% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.2 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 2.0× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.50 | 0.50 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.1% | 1.4% | 2.3% | 1.5× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 13.1% | 9.0% | 6.2% | 1.5× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.1% | 24.3% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 17.8% | 17.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.4% | 42.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 22.5% | 24.1% | 24.8% | same |
Stephenson County has lower values than Illinois for crashes per 100k residents / yr. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for Stephenson County: 5.2 deaths for every 100 truck crashes, against 2.6 across Illinois.
Overview
Police reported 199 crashes involving commercial trucks in Stephenson County since 2015: 104 people were injured and 11 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 21 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is August with 12.1% of truck crashes; the quietest is April at 5.0%.
November through March accounts for 42.4% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.0% in Illinois.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 10.6% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 13.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Illinois: 9.0%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-26 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (2). After it: SR-75 (1), Sr- 26 (1) and US-20 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 4 of the truck crashes here, or 2.0%, compared with 1.4% in Illinois.
Route planning tips for ZIP 61018 fleets
- Review driver schedules for August, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to SR-26 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- 13.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Illinois; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Stephenson County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-26 | 2 |
| SR-75 | 1 |
| Sr- 26 | 1 |
| US-20 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Stephenson County) |
|---|---|
| US-20 | 28 |
| Il-75 | 8 |
| Ulysses S Grant Memorial | 8 |
| W Us-20 | 7 |
| Il-26 | 7 |
| E Cedarville Rd | 5 |
| E Us-20 | 4 |
| Il-73 | 4 |
ZIP 61018 at a glance
| Population | 1,034 |
| Density | 12 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $76,471 |
| Median home value | $168,281 |
| Home ownership | 77% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Stephenson 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 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 14 | +77% | 0.8 |
| 2010s | 18 | +22% | 0.5 |
| 2020s | 17 | -3% | 1.0 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 8 to 17. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 0.5 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 61018
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 61018?
199 truck crashes have been reported in Stephenson County since 2015, with 11 deaths and 104 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 61018?
SR-26 had 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 61018 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 61018?
August has the most truck crashes in Stephenson County, 12.1% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 61018?
Garbage trucks were involved in 4 reported crashes in Stephenson County since 2015 (2.0% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 61018 compared with Illinois?
The yearly rate is 40.3 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Stephenson County, vs 56.0 for Illinois.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 61018?
Paste your stops into the free CurbWaste Route Planner: it scores your route against fatal-crash locations, suggests safer alternatives and flags low bridges.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.