ZIP 72704 (Fayetteville, AR) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 72704: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Washington 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
0.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 1.4 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Washington County compares with Arkansas
Washington County against Arkansas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Washington County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Washington County | Arkansas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 49.7 | 92.4 | 49.7 | 46% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.4 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 64% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.38 | 0.45 | 0.49 | 16% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 5.2% | 3.3% | 6.2% | 1.6× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.5% | 22.9% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.3% | 15.4% | 13.8% | 1.3× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.5% | 40.9% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 19.8% | 22.4% | 24.8% | 12% below the state |
Compared with Arkansas, Washington County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. It stands out for higher garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am).
What stands out in Washington County: 5.2% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 3.3% across Arkansas.
Overview
Washington County has recorded 1,542 truck crashes since 2015, with 576 people injured and 22 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 3 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 10.6% of the yearly total, while December has the fewest (6.9%).
November through March accounts for 40.5% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.9% in Arkansas.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 8.0% of truck crashes.
5.2% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 3.3% across Arkansas.
Where crashes happen
I-49 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 72704 with 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by US-412 (3), Cs-Oakhilldr (1) and SR-16 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 28 crashes, 1.8% of the total, against 1.6% across Arkansas.
Garbage-truck crashes peak in July (21% of them).
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 0.0, vs 1.4 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 72704 fleets
- Build extra time into February routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use I-49, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in July; review collection routes for that month.
- Morning starts matter: 25.5% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Arkansas.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 5.2% of truck crashes here, more than Arkansas; 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 Washington County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-49 | 4 |
| US-412 | 3 |
| Cs-Oakhilldr | 1 |
| SR-16 | 1 |
| SR-45 | 1 |
| US-71B | 1 |
| Us- 412-02 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Washington County) |
|---|---|
| I-49 | 399 |
| US-412 | 143 |
| Cst(West Sunset Avenue) | 72 |
| I-49S | 44 |
| US-71 | 41 |
| Cst(East Robinson Avenue) | 38 |
| I-49N | 37 |
| US-62 | 30 |
ZIP 72704 at a glance
| Population | 32,497 |
| Density | 163 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $96,014 |
| Median home value | $327,110 |
| Home ownership | 66% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Washington 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 | 58 | — | 3.5 |
| 2000s | 79 | +36% | 1.9 |
| 2010s | 109 | +38% | 1.5 |
| 2020s | 133 | +22% | 2.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 58 a year in the 1990s and 133 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. NHTSA counts 1.5 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 2.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 72704
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 72704?
Washington County has had 1,542 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 576 people and killing 22.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 72704?
Since 2015, I-49 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 72704: 4.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 72704?
February has the most truck crashes in Washington County, 10.6% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 72704?
Garbage trucks were involved in 28 reported crashes in Washington County since 2015 (1.8% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 72704 compare with Arkansas?
Per 100,000 residents, Washington County has 49.7 truck crashes a year; Arkansas has 92.4.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 72704?
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.