ZIP 72055 (Gillett, AR) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 72055: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Arkansas 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
2 of 197 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Arkansas County compares with Arkansas
Arkansas County against Arkansas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Arkansas County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Arkansas County | Arkansas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 104.8 | 92.4 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.2 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 44% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.48 | 0.45 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.1% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 33% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.5% | 3.3% | 6.2% | 84% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.8% | 22.9% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.2% | 15.4% | 13.8% | 40% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 34.1% | 40.9% | 41.9% | 17% below the state |
| After dark | 13.0% | 22.4% | 24.8% | 42% below the state |
Compared with Arkansas, Arkansas County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr.
What stands out in Arkansas County: September 14.7% of truck crashes happen in September, more than any other month.
Overview
Arkansas County has recorded 197 truck crashes since 2015, with 96 people injured and 4 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 22 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is September with 14.7% of truck crashes; the quietest is April at 3.6%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 34.1% of truck crashes, vs 40.9% for Arkansas.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 11.7% of truck crashes.
0.5% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 3.3% across Arkansas.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 72055 since 2015: SR-276 (1) and US-165 (1). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
2 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.0% share (Arkansas: 1.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 72055 fleets
- Build extra time into September routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Arkansas County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-276 | 1 |
| US-165 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Arkansas County) |
|---|---|
| US-165 | 32 |
| US-79 | 26 |
| US-165S | 17 |
| Sh1 | 10 |
| US-79S | 9 |
| US-165N | 7 |
| US-63 | 6 |
| Sh165S | 5 |
ZIP 72055 at a glance
| Population | 472 |
| Density | 2 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $67,708 |
| Median home value | $93,150 |
| Home ownership | 80% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Arkansas 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 | 13 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 16 | +21% | 1.3 |
| 2010s | 16 | +3% | 0.2 |
| 2020s | 18 | +9% | 0.6 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 13 a year in the 1990s and 18 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.2 a year in 2016–19, 0.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 72055
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 72055?
Arkansas County has had 197 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 96 people and killing 4.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 72055?
The worst month is September: 14.7% of truck crashes in Arkansas County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 72055?
2 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Arkansas County since 2015, 1.0% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 72055 compare with Arkansas for truck crashes?
Arkansas County records 104.8 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 92.4 across Arkansas.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 72055?
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.