ZIP 62871 (Omaha, IL) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 62871: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Gallatin 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
1 of 40 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Gallatin County compares with Illinois
Gallatin County against Illinois and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Gallatin County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Gallatin County | Illinois | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 67.8 | 56.0 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.7 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 2.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.57 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.9% | 1.4% | 2.3% | 2.1× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.9% | 9.0% | 6.2% | 68% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 40.0% | 24.3% | 23.7% | 1.6× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.4% | 17.9% | 13.8% | 36% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 45.7% | 42.0% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 11.4% | 24.1% | 24.8% | 53% below the state |
Gallatin County has lower values than Illinois for on snow, slush or ice, in rain, sleet or snow and after dark. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
The headline for Gallatin County: May worst month: 22.5% of truck crashes, vs 8.3% in an average month.
Overview
Police reported 40 crashes involving commercial trucks in Gallatin County since 2015: 23 people were injured and 6 were killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 115 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is May with 22.5% of truck crashes; the quietest is July at 2.5%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 45.7% of truck crashes, vs 42.0% for Illinois.
By time of day, 10–11 am stands out with 20.0% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 2.9% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Illinois: 9.0%).
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 62871 since 2015: US-45 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 1 crash, 2.5% of the total, against 1.4% across Illinois.
Route planning tips for ZIP 62871 fleets
- Plan May schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Gallatin County.
- 40.0% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Illinois; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Gallatin County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-45 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Gallatin County) |
|---|---|
| Il-1 | 8 |
| Il-13 | 7 |
| SR-13 | 3 |
| Il-141 | 3 |
| SR-1 | 2 |
| Shawneetown New Haven Rd | 2 |
| Emiline Rd | 1 |
| Farmer Rd. | 1 |
ZIP 62871 at a glance
| Population | 866 |
| Density | 6 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $107,750 |
| Median home value | $74,015 |
| Home ownership | 87% |
Historical data: truck crashes in Gallatin 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 | 3 | — | 0.3 |
| 2000s | 7 | +131% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 4 | -45% | 0.4 |
| 2020s | 4 | +6% | 0.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 3 a year in the 1990s and 4 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 62871
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 62871?
40 truck crashes have been reported in Gallatin County since 2015, with 6 deaths and 23 injuries.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 62871?
The worst month is May: 22.5% of truck crashes in Gallatin County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 62871?
1 crash involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Gallatin County since 2015, 2.5% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 62871 compare with Illinois?
Per 100,000 residents, Gallatin County has 67.8 truck crashes a year; Illinois has 56.0.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 62871?
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.