ZIP 65239 (Cairo, MO) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 65239: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Randolph 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
11 of 183 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Randolph County compares with Missouri
Randolph County against Missouri and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Randolph County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Randolph County | Missouri | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 64.6 | 85.9 | 49.7 | 25% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.5 | 2.7 | 3.4 | 1.3× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.50 | 0.44 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 5.3% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 2.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 8.2% | 7.2% | 6.2% | 1.1× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.4% | 22.8% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 5.9% | 10.7% | 13.8% | 45% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.5% | 40.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 17.0% | 24.7% | 24.8% | 31% below the state |
Compared with Missouri, Randolph County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, in rain, sleet or snow and after dark. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share.
Randolph County at a glance: 1 in 19 garbage-truck share of crashes is 5.3%, against 2.2% for Missouri.
Overview
Since 2015, 183 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Randolph County. They injured 89 people and killed 6.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 23 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is June with 12.0% of truck crashes; the quietest is May at 5.5%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 41.5% of truck crashes, vs 40.7% for Missouri.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 9.8% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 8.2% of truck crashes, compared with 7.2% in Missouri.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 65239 since 2015: US-24 (1) and US-63 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 11 crashes, 6.0% of the total, against 2.2% across Missouri.
Route planning tips for ZIP 65239 fleets
- Plan June schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Randolph County.
- 8.2% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Missouri; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Randolph County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-24 | 1 |
| US-63 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Randolph County) |
|---|---|
| US-63 | 72 |
| US-24 | 32 |
| Mo 3 | 13 |
| Rt B | 13 |
| Bu 63 | 6 |
| Rt A | 3 |
| Rt Cc | 3 |
| Rt F | 3 |
ZIP 65239 at a glance
| Population | 1,743 |
| Density | 12 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $83,578 |
| Median home value | $188,755 |
| Home ownership | 95% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Randolph 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 | 16 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 10 | -37% | 0.6 |
| 2010s | 13 | +37% | 0.6 |
| 2020s | 13 | -0% | 0.4 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 16 to 13. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.2 a year in 2016–19 and 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 65239
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 65239?
Randolph County has had 183 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 89 people and killing 6.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 65239?
Truck crashes in Randolph County peak in June, with 12.0% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 65239?
Garbage trucks were involved in 11 reported crashes in Randolph County since 2015 (6.0% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 65239 compared with Missouri?
The yearly rate is 64.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Randolph County, vs 85.9 for Missouri.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 65239?
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.