ZIP 68002 (Arlington, NE) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 68002: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Washington 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
4 of 153 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Washington County compares with Nebraska
Washington County against Nebraska and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Washington County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Washington County | Nebraska | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 62.4 | 60.7 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.4 | 4.8 | 3.4 | 29% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.55 | 0.57 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.3% | 1.1× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 12.3% | 16.7% | 6.2% | 26% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 21.9% | 22.4% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.3% | 20.4% | 13.8% | 40% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 38.4% | 42.7% | 41.9% | 10% below the state |
| After dark | 12.3% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 50% below the state |
Compared with Nebraska, Washington County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. It stands out for higher garbage-truck share.
The headline for Washington County: August worst month: 15.7% of truck crashes, vs 8.3% in an average month.
Overview
Police reported 153 crashes involving commercial trucks in Washington County since 2015: 84 people were injured and 5 were killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 28 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is August with 15.7% of truck crashes; the quietest is May at 3.9%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 38.4% of truck crashes, vs 42.7% for Nebraska.
The busiest hour is 11 am–12 pm, with 13.2% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 12.3% of truck crashes, compared with 16.7% in Nebraska.
Where crashes happen
US-77 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 68002 with 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come SR-36 (2), US-275 (2) and US-30 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 4 of the truck crashes here, or 2.6%, compared with 1.8% in Nebraska.
Route planning tips for ZIP 68002 fleets
- Plan August schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Washington County.
- Look at alternatives to US-77 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Washington County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-77 | 4 |
| SR-36 | 2 |
| US-275 | 2 |
| US-30 | 2 |
| CR-OLD Hwy 275 | 1 |
| Mu-W 23rd St | 1 |
| SR-91 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Washington County) |
|---|---|
| US-30 | 11 |
| US-75 | 10 |
| Washington St | 4 |
| 030 /448.140/19Th St(Us30) & Washington St(Us75) | 3 |
| 030 /449.890/Washington St(Us30) & Industrial Dr | 3 |
| Nebraska Hwy 91 | 3 |
| 030 /440.210/Us30 & N31-Sw Of Kennard | 2 |
| 030 /447.330/Herman Blvd(Us30) & Ridgeview Dr | 2 |
ZIP 68002 at a glance
| Population | 2,602 |
| Density | 14 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $93,220 |
| Median home value | $297,605 |
| Home ownership | 84% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Washington 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 | 15 | — | 0.8 |
| 2000s | 10 | -35% | 0.7 |
| 2010s | 12 | +22% | 0.3 |
| 2020s | 13 | +10% | 0.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 15 a year in the 1990s and 13 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.5 a year in 2016–19 and 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 68002
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 68002?
Washington County has had 153 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 84 people and killing 5.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 68002?
US-77 had 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 68002 since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 68002?
Truck crashes in Washington County peak in August, with 15.7% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 68002?
Since 2015, Washington County has reported 4 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.6% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 68002 compare with Nebraska?
The yearly rate is 62.4 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Washington County, vs 60.7 for Nebraska.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 68002?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.