ZIP 62461 (Shumway, IL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 62461: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Effingham 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 of 1,203 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Effingham County compares with Illinois
Effingham County against Illinois and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Effingham County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Effingham County | Illinois | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 302.1 | 56.0 | 49.7 | 5.4× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.5 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 1.7× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.52 | 0.50 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.3% | 1.4% | 2.3% | 81% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 14.8% | 9.0% | 6.2% | 1.6× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 16.2% | 24.3% | 23.7% | 34% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 22.6% | 17.9% | 13.8% | 1.3× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 39.4% | 42.0% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 28.0% | 24.1% | 24.8% | 1.2× the state |
Effingham County has lower values than Illinois for garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
Effingham County at a glance: 1 in 385 garbage-truck share of crashes is 0.3%, against 1.4% for Illinois.
Overview
Since 2015, 1,203 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Effingham County. They injured 618 people and killed 54.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 3 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 12.9% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (6.2%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 39.4% of truck crashes, against 42.0% across Illinois.
By time of day, 4–5 pm stands out with 8.3% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 14.8% of truck crashes, compared with 9.0% in Illinois.
Where crashes happen
I-57 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 62461 with 6 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by I-70 (3), CR-6/1600TH Ave/Moccasin Rd (1) and Fayette Ave (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 3 crashes, 0.2% of the total, against 1.4% across Illinois.
Route planning tips for ZIP 62461 fleets
- Review driver schedules for February, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use I-57, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 14.8% of truck crashes here, more than Illinois; schedule winter checks early.
- 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 Effingham County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-57 | 6 |
| I-70 | 3 |
| CR-6/1600TH Ave/Moccasin Rd | 1 |
| Fayette Ave | 1 |
| US-40 | 1 |
| US-45 | 1 |
| W Fayette Ave | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Effingham County) |
|---|---|
| I-70 | 494 |
| I-57 | 312 |
| N 3Rd St | 13 |
| W Fayette Ave | 12 |
| N Keller Dr | 9 |
| E Fayette Ave | 8 |
| S Banker St | 8 |
| W Evergreen Ave | 7 |
ZIP 62461 at a glance
| Population | 625 |
| Density | 6 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $74,350 |
| Median home value | $154,910 |
| Home ownership | 83% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Effingham 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 | 35 | — | 1.9 |
| 2000s | 52 | +51% | 1.5 |
| 2010s | 86 | +64% | 2.7 |
| 2020s | 116 | +35% | 2.6 |
In the 1990s about 35 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 116. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 3.2 a year in 2016–19 and 2.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 62461
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 62461?
Since 2015, 1,203 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Effingham County (618 injured, 54 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 62461?
I-57 had 6 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 62461 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 62461?
Truck crashes in Effingham County peak in February, with 12.9% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 62461?
3 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Effingham County since 2015, 0.2% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 62461 compared with Illinois?
The yearly rate is 302.1 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Effingham County, vs 56.0 for Illinois.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 62461?
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.