ZIP 63745 (Dutchtown, MO) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 63745: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Cape Girardeau 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
12 of 687 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Cape Girardeau County compares with Missouri
Cape Girardeau County against Missouri and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Cape Girardeau County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Cape Girardeau County | Missouri | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 68.6 | 85.9 | 49.7 | 20% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.7 | 2.7 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.43 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 20% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 3.3% | 7.2% | 6.2% | 54% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.4% | 22.8% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.5% | 10.7% | 13.8% | 11% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 38.4% | 40.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 23.8% | 24.7% | 24.8% | same |
Cape Girardeau County sits below Missouri on crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. It runs above Missouri on morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for ZIP 63745: I-55 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 63745: 7 since 2015.
Overview
Cape Girardeau County has recorded 687 truck crashes since 2015, with 290 people injured and 19 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 6 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is October with 10.5% of truck crashes; the quietest is January at 6.8%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 38.4% of truck crashes, vs 40.7% for Missouri.
The busiest hour is 3–4 pm, with 9.9% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 3.3% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Missouri: 7.2%).
Where crashes happen
I-55 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 63745 with 7 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by Sr-Ab (2), Independence St (1) and SR-25 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
12 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.7% share (Missouri: 2.2%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 63745 fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Cape Girardeau County.
- Look at alternatives to I-55 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 24.4% of truck crashes here, more than Missouri; adjust start times where you can.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
Crash counts come from the FMCSA crash file (police-reported crashes involving trucks over 10,000 lb); fatal-crash locations come from NHTSA FARS. Text on this page states only what these numbers show.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Cape Girardeau County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-55 | 7 |
| Sr-Ab | 2 |
| Independence St | 1 |
| SR-25 | 1 |
| SR-34 | 1 |
| SR-77 | 1 |
| Southern Expy | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Cape Girardeau County) |
|---|---|
| Is 55 | 233 |
| US-61 | 73 |
| Mo 25 | 29 |
| Mo 74 | 25 |
| Mo 72 | 22 |
| Mo 177 | 22 |
| Mo 34 | 19 |
| Rt Ab | 16 |
ZIP 63745 at a glance
| Population | 136 |
| Density | 161 per sq mi |
| Home ownership | 100% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Cape Girardeau 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 | 41 | — | 0.9 |
| 2000s | 32 | -23% | 1.0 |
| 2010s | 45 | +41% | 1.1 |
| 2020s | 58 | +27% | 1.0 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 41 to 58. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 1.2 a year in 2016–19 and 1.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 63745
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 63745?
687 truck crashes have been reported in Cape Girardeau County since 2015, with 19 deaths and 290 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 63745?
Since 2015, I-55 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 63745: 7.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 63745?
Truck crashes in Cape Girardeau County peak in October, with 10.5% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 63745?
Since 2015, Cape Girardeau County has reported 12 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.7% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 63745 compared with Missouri?
Per 100,000 residents, Cape Girardeau County has 68.6 truck crashes a year; Missouri has 85.9.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 63745?
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.