ZIP 64402 (Albany, MO) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 64402: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Gentry 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
2 of 55 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Gentry County compares with Missouri
Gentry County against Missouri and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Gentry County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Gentry County | Missouri | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 75.1 | 85.9 | 49.7 | 13% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 9.6 | 2.7 | 3.4 | 3.6× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.44 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.9% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 1.8× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 3.9% | 7.2% | 6.2% | 46% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 32.7% | 22.8% | 23.7% | 1.4× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 3.9% | 10.7% | 13.8% | 64% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 26.9% | 40.7% | 41.9% | 34% below the state |
| After dark | 13.5% | 24.7% | 24.8% | 46% below the state |
Compared with Missouri, Gentry County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
What stands out in Gentry County: 9.6 people killed per 100 truck crashes (Missouri: 2.7).
Overview
Gentry County has recorded 55 truck crashes since 2015, with 25 people injured and 5 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 77 days.
When crashes happen
September has the most truck crashes, 16.4% of the yearly total, while January has the fewest (1.8%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 26.9% of truck crashes, vs 40.7% for Missouri.
The busiest hour is 9–10 am, with 12.7% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 3.9% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Missouri: 7.2%).
Where crashes happen
Fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 64402 since 2015 were spread across roads: US-136 (3).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 2 crashes, 3.6% of the total, against 2.2% across Missouri.
Route planning tips for ZIP 64402 fleets
- Plan September schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Gentry County.
- 32.7% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Missouri; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
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 Gentry County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-136 | 3 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Gentry County) |
|---|---|
| US-136 | 17 |
| Rt Z | 9 |
| US-169 | 6 |
| Rt A | 3 |
| Rt H | 3 |
| Rt O | 3 |
| Rt Aa | 2 |
| Bu 136 | 1 |
ZIP 64402 at a glance
| Population | 2,379 |
| Density | 8 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $54,444 |
| Median home value | $108,808 |
| Home ownership | 72% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Gentry 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 | 5 | — | 0.1 |
| 2000s | 2 | -57% | 0.0 |
| 2010s | 4 | +64% | 0.2 |
| 2020s | 5 | +34% | 0.6 |
In the 1990s about 5 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 5. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.2 a year in 2016–19 and 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 64402
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 64402?
55 truck crashes have been reported in Gentry County since 2015, with 5 deaths and 25 injuries.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 64402?
September has the most truck crashes in Gentry County, 16.4% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 64402?
2 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Gentry County since 2015, 3.6% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 64402 compare with Missouri?
Per 100,000 residents, Gentry County has 75.1 truck crashes a year; Missouri has 85.9.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 64402?
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.