ZIP 62002 (Alton, IL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 62002: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Madison 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
3.6 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 3.3 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Madison County compares with Illinois
Madison County against Illinois and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Madison County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Madison County | Illinois | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 68.7 | 56.0 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.3 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 1.3× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.52 | 0.50 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 7.5% | 9.0% | 6.2% | 17% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.8% | 24.3% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 16.8% | 17.9% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.6% | 42.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 24.4% | 24.1% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Illinois, Madison County is lower on on snow, slush or ice. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr and deaths per 100 crashes.
What stands out in ZIP 62002: US-67 5 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 62002.
Overview
Madison County has recorded 2,114 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,077 people injured and 70 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 2 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is January with 9.6% of truck crashes; the quietest is February at 7.2%.
November through March accounts for 41.6% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.0% in Illinois.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 7.4% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 7.5% of truck crashes, compared with 9.0% in Illinois.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-67 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (5). After it: SR-3 (2), Broadway (1) and SR-111 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 31 crashes, 1.5% of the total, against 1.4% across Illinois.
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in July (23%).
They recorded 3.6 deaths per 100 crashes, against 3.3 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 62002 fleets
- Review driver schedules for January, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use US-67, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in July; 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 Madison County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-67 | 5 |
| SR-3 | 2 |
| Broadway | 1 |
| SR-111 | 1 |
| SR-140 | 1 |
| SR-159 | 1 |
| South Moreland Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Madison County) |
|---|---|
| I-55 | 340 |
| I-270 | 250 |
| I-70 | 169 |
| I-255 | 51 |
| Il-3 | 43 |
| SR-3 | 41 |
| Il-4 | 31 |
| SR-111 | 31 |
ZIP 62002 at a glance
| Population | 29,543 |
| Density | 276 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $61,414 |
| Median home value | $118,392 |
| Home ownership | 66% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Madison 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 | 79 | — | 4.7 |
| 2000s | 130 | +65% | 4.7 |
| 2010s | 167 | +29% | 3.8 |
| 2020s | 184 | +10% | 4.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 79 a year in the 1990s and 184 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 3.8 a year in 2016–19 and 4.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 62002
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 62002?
2,114 truck crashes have been reported in Madison County since 2015, with 70 deaths and 1,077 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 62002?
NHTSA data shows US-67 with 5 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 62002 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 62002?
January has the most truck crashes in Madison County, 9.6% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 62002?
Since 2015, Madison County has reported 31 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.5% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 62002 compare with Illinois?
The yearly rate is 68.7 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Madison County, vs 56.0 for Illinois.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 62002?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.