ZIP 68743 (Jackson, NE) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 68743: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Dakota 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 182 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Dakota County compares with Nebraska
Dakota County against Nebraska and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Dakota County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Dakota County | Nebraska | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 73.7 | 60.7 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.9 | 4.8 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.51 | 0.57 | 0.49 | 11% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.3% | 1.8% | 2.3% | 1.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 16.2% | 16.7% | 6.2% | same |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 16.2% | 22.4% | 23.7% | 28% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 21.4% | 20.4% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 45.7% | 42.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 26.0% | 24.5% | 24.8% | same |
Dakota County sits below Nebraska on injuries per crash and morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share.
The headline for Dakota County: November 13.7% of truck crashes happen in November, more than any other month.
Overview
Dakota County has recorded 182 truck crashes since 2015, with 97 people injured and 12 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 23 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is November with 13.7% of truck crashes; the quietest is June at 5.5%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 45.7% of truck crashes, vs 42.7% for Nebraska.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 9.9% of truck crashes.
16.2% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 16.7% across Nebraska.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-29 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (3). After it: CR-152ND St (1), SR-35 (1) and US-20 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
4 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.2% share (Nebraska: 1.8%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 68743 fleets
- Review driver schedules for November, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use I-29, 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 Dakota County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-29 | 3 |
| CR-152ND St | 1 |
| SR-35 | 1 |
| US-20 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Dakota County) |
|---|---|
| US-20 | 13 |
| SR-77 | 7 |
| US-75 | 6 |
| I-129 | 6 |
| Ne-35 | 5 |
| 020 /427.250/Us20 & Old Hwy 20-W Of South Sioux | 3 |
| 077 /187.130/Us77 & 21St St | 3 |
| SR-35 | 3 |
ZIP 68743 at a glance
| Population | 814 |
| Density | 6 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $71,667 |
| Median home value | $200,504 |
| Home ownership | 86% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Dakota 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 | 11 | — | 0.9 |
| 2000s | 11 | +1% | 0.3 |
| 2010s | 15 | +38% | 0.5 |
| 2020s | 14 | -5% | 1.2 |
In the 1990s about 11 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 14. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.0 a year in 2016–19 and 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 68743
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 68743?
Dakota County has had 182 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 97 people and killing 12.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 68743?
I-29 had 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 68743 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 68743?
The worst month is November: 13.7% of truck crashes in Dakota County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 68743?
Garbage trucks were involved in 4 reported crashes in Dakota County since 2015 (2.2% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 68743 compare with Nebraska for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Dakota County has 73.7 truck crashes a year; Nebraska has 60.7.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 68743?
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.