ZIP 69153 (Ogallala, NE) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 69153: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Keith 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
0 of 337 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Keith County compares with Nebraska
Keith County against Nebraska and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Keith County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Keith County | Nebraska | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 359.3 | 60.7 | 49.7 | 5.9× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.0 | 4.8 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.65 | 0.57 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.0% | 1.8% | 2.3% | 100% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 30.1% | 16.7% | 6.2% | 1.8× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.8% | 22.4% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 21.4% | 20.4% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.0% | 42.7% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 32.9% | 24.5% | 24.8% | 1.3× the state |
Keith County has lower values than Nebraska for garbage-truck share. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
Keith County at a glance: 0 crashes involve a garbage truck (0 since 2015), vs 1.8% across Nebraska.
Overview
Keith County has recorded 337 truck crashes since 2015, with 254 people injured and 25 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 12 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is March with 14.5% of truck crashes; the quietest is February at 3.9%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 41.0% of truck crashes, against 42.7% across Nebraska.
The busiest hour is 9–10 am, with 10.9% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 30.1% of truck crashes, compared with 16.7% in Nebraska.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 69153 since 2015: I-80 (2) and US-26 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
No crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Keith County since 2015.
Route planning tips for ZIP 69153 fleets
- Build extra time into March routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- 24.8% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Nebraska; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 30.1% of truck crashes here, more than Nebraska; schedule winter checks early.
- 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 Keith County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-80 | 2 |
| US-26 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Keith County) |
|---|---|
| I-80 | 113 |
| US-26 | 8 |
| 080 /114.280/I80 Sw Of Rd West "K"-Sw Of Brule | 6 |
| I-80 / Milepost 137 / 3.04E, 1.13S Of Roscoe | 4 |
| 080 /133.190/I80 W Of Wb Ramp From L51B-E Of Oga | 3 |
| 080 /138.600/I80 E Of Rd East "K"-Sw Of Paxton | 3 |
| I-80 Wb Ramp | 3 |
| Ne-61 | 3 |
ZIP 69153 at a glance
| Population | 5,812 |
| Density | 9 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $61,946 |
| Median home value | $149,577 |
| Home ownership | 73% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Keith 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 | 23 | — | 0.3 |
| 2000s | 27 | +14% | 0.8 |
| 2010s | 26 | -3% | 0.6 |
| 2020s | 32 | +25% | 0.8 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 23 to 32. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.5 a year in 2016–19 and 0.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 69153
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 69153?
337 truck crashes have been reported in Keith County since 2015, with 25 deaths and 254 injuries.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 69153?
Truck crashes in Keith County peak in March, with 14.5% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 69153?
Garbage trucks were involved in 0 reported crashes in Keith County since 2015 (0.0% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 69153 compare with Nebraska?
Per 100,000 residents, Keith County has 359.3 truck crashes a year; Nebraska has 60.7.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 69153?
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.