ZIP 72023 (Cabot, AR) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 72023: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Lonoke 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 1,000 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Lonoke County compares with Arkansas
Lonoke County against Arkansas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Lonoke County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Lonoke County | Arkansas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 111.0 | 92.4 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.3 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.42 | 0.45 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.2% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 27% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 7.0% | 3.3% | 6.2% | 2.1× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 21.0% | 22.9% | 23.7% | 8% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 23.6% | 15.4% | 13.8% | 1.5× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.2% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 24.1% | 22.4% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
Lonoke County has lower values than Arkansas for garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for Lonoke County: 7.0% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 3.3% in Arkansas.
Overview
Police reported 1,000 crashes involving commercial trucks in Lonoke County since 2015: 426 people were injured and 50 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 4 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 12.7% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (6.5%).
November through March accounts for 42.2% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.9% in Arkansas.
The busiest hour is 11 am–12 pm, with 7.9% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 7.0% of truck crashes, compared with 3.3% in Arkansas.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-67 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (6). Next come SR-321 (3), SR-89 (2) and CR-TATESM (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 11 crashes, 1.1% of the total, against 1.6% across Arkansas.
Route planning tips for ZIP 72023 fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Lonoke County.
- Where you can, review stops along US-67; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- With 7.0% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Arkansas), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 Lonoke County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-67 | 6 |
| SR-321 | 3 |
| SR-89 | 2 |
| CR-TATESM | 1 |
| Cr- Mahoney Road | 1 |
| Cr- Sayles Road | 1 |
| SR-107 | 1 |
| SR-5 | 1 |
| US-64 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Lonoke County) |
|---|---|
| I-40 | 514 |
| US-67 | 64 |
| I-40W | 52 |
| I-40E | 50 |
| Sh5 | 38 |
| Sh89 | 32 |
| Sh321 | 17 |
| US-165W | 16 |
ZIP 72023 at a glance
| Population | 37,452 |
| Density | 147 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $76,931 |
| Median home value | $216,422 |
| Home ownership | 73% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Lonoke 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 | 39 | — | 1.2 |
| 2000s | 50 | +27% | 2.5 |
| 2010s | 61 | +22% | 1.5 |
| 2020s | 96 | +56% | 3.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 39 a year in the 1990s and 96 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.8 a year in 2016–19, 3.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 72023
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 72023?
Since 2015, 1,000 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Lonoke County (426 injured, 50 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 72023?
US-67 had 6 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 72023 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 72023?
Truck crashes in Lonoke County peak in February, with 12.7% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 72023?
11 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Lonoke County since 2015, 1.1% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 72023 compare with Arkansas for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Lonoke County has 111.0 truck crashes a year; Arkansas has 92.4.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 72023?
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.