ZIP 68813 (Anselmo, NE) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 68813: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Custer 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
1 of 141 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Custer County compares with Nebraska
Custer County against Nebraska and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Custer County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Custer County | Nebraska | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 113.6 | 60.7 | 49.7 | 1.9× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.3 | 4.8 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.47 | 0.57 | 0.49 | 18% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.8% | 1.8% | 2.3% | 58% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 16.0% | 16.7% | 6.2% | same |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 13.0% | 22.4% | 23.7% | 42% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 13.7% | 20.4% | 13.8% | 33% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 32.1% | 42.7% | 41.9% | 25% below the state |
| After dark | 26.7% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
Custer County sits below Nebraska on injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and after dark.
Custer County at a glance: October worst month: 17.7% of truck crashes, vs 8.3% in an average month.
Overview
Custer County has recorded 141 truck crashes since 2015, with 67 people injured and 7 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 31 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in October (17.7% of the year) and are lowest in February (2.8%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 32.1% of truck crashes, against 42.7% across Nebraska.
By time of day, 1–2 pm stands out with 9.9% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 16.0% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Nebraska: 16.7%).
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 68813 since 2015: CR-LINSCOTT Ave (1) and SR-2 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
1 crash involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 0.7% share (Nebraska: 1.8%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 68813 fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Custer County.
- 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 Custer County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| CR-LINSCOTT Ave | 1 |
| SR-2 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Custer County) |
|---|---|
| US-183 | 8 |
| SR-2 | 4 |
| SR-92 | 4 |
| Ne-2 | 3 |
| Ne-92 | 3 |
| South E St | 3 |
| South E Street | 3 |
| 002 /250.950/N2 Se Of Rifle Creek Rd-Nw Of Ansel | 2 |
ZIP 68813 at a glance
| Population | 518 |
| Density | 0 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $73,160 |
| Median home value | $250,756 |
| Home ownership | 78% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Custer 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 | 7 | — | 0.4 |
| 2000s | 7 | -3% | 0.2 |
| 2010s | 10 | +46% | 0.5 |
| 2020s | 13 | +22% | 1.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 7 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 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 68813
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 68813?
Custer County has had 141 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 67 people and killing 7.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 68813?
October has the most truck crashes in Custer County, 17.7% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 68813?
Since 2015, Custer County has reported 1 garbage-truck crash, or 0.7% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 68813 compared with Nebraska?
Per 100,000 residents, Custer County has 113.6 truck crashes a year; Nebraska has 60.7.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 68813?
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.