ZIP 65020 (Camdenton, MO) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 65020: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Camden 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
15 of 286 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Camden County compares with Missouri
Camden County against Missouri and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Camden County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Camden County | Missouri | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 55.4 | 85.9 | 49.7 | 36% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.3 | 2.7 | 3.4 | 1.2× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.46 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 5.2% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 2.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 4.1% | 7.2% | 6.2% | 43% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 19.0% | 22.8% | 23.7% | 17% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 6.7% | 10.7% | 13.8% | 38% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 29.7% | 40.7% | 41.9% | 27% below the state |
| After dark | 16.7% | 24.7% | 24.8% | 32% below the state |
Camden County sits below Missouri on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share.
What stands out in Camden County: 1 in 19 crashes involve a garbage truck (15 since 2015), vs 2.2% across Missouri.
Overview
Police reported 286 crashes involving commercial trucks in Camden County since 2015: 128 people were injured and 10 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 15 days.
When crashes happen
August has the most truck crashes, 12.6% of the yearly total, while March has the fewest (3.1%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 29.7% of truck crashes, against 40.7% across Missouri.
By time of day, 1–2 pm stands out with 10.1% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 4.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Missouri: 7.2%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 65020 is US-54, with 4 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. It is followed by SR-5 (3) and CR-OLD Rt C (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 15 of the truck crashes here, or 5.2%, compared with 2.2% in Missouri.
Route planning tips for ZIP 65020 fleets
- Plan August schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Camden County.
- Check whether your routes use US-54, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 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 Camden County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-54 | 4 |
| SR-5 | 3 |
| CR-OLD Rt C | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Camden County) |
|---|---|
| US-54 | 98 |
| Mo 5 | 44 |
| Mo 7 | 25 |
| Crd Horseshoe Bend Pkwy | 9 |
| Rt A | 9 |
| Rt Mm | 7 |
| Rt Tt | 5 |
| Cst East Osage Beach Pkwy | 5 |
ZIP 65020 at a glance
| Population | 14,748 |
| Density | 46 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $62,392 |
| Median home value | $264,299 |
| Home ownership | 80% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Camden 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 | 28 | — | 1.2 |
| 2000s | 24 | -15% | 1.2 |
| 2010s | 18 | -24% | 0.7 |
| 2020s | 25 | +38% | 1.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 28 a year in the 1990s and 25 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.0 a year in 2016–19, 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 65020
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 65020?
Since 2015, 286 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Camden County (128 injured, 10 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 65020?
US-54 had 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 65020 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 65020?
The worst month is August: 12.6% of truck crashes in Camden County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 65020?
Garbage trucks were involved in 15 reported crashes in Camden County since 2015 (5.2% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 65020 compared with Missouri?
The yearly rate is 55.4 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Camden County, vs 85.9 for Missouri.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 65020?
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.