ZIP 73019 (Norman, OK) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 73019: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Cleveland 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
9 of 888 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Cleveland County compares with Oklahoma
Cleveland County against Oklahoma and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Cleveland County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Cleveland County | Oklahoma | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 27.3 | 79.3 | 49.7 | 66% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.2 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 71% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.35 | 0.44 | 0.49 | 20% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.1% | 1.4% | 2.3% | 22% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 4.7% | 5.3% | 6.2% | 11% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.3% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 13.5% | 12.8% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 39.6% | 40.4% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 21.6% | 25.4% | 24.8% | 15% below the state |
Compared with Oklahoma, Cleveland County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. Where it is higher: morning rush (6–10 am).
Cleveland County at a glance: +119% change in yearly reported truck crashes from the 2000s (39) to the 2010s (86).
Overview
Cleveland County has recorded 888 truck crashes since 2015, with 319 people injured and 15 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 4 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in August (10.2% of the year) and are lowest in December (5.6%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 39.6% of truck crashes, vs 40.4% for Oklahoma.
The busiest hour is 9–10 am, with 8.2% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 4.7% of truck crashes, compared with 5.3% in Oklahoma.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-35 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (13). After it: CR-60TH Ave Se (1), CR-72ND Ave Se (1) and N I-35 Service Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 9 crashes, 1.0% of the total, against 1.4% across Oklahoma.
Route planning tips for ZIP 73019 fleets
- Plan August schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Cleveland County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-35; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- 26.3% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Oklahoma; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
About the data
Sources: the FMCSA crash file for all reported truck crashes and NHTSA FARS for fatal crashes with a large truck. Every statement here comes straight from those numbers.
Reporting to FMCSA was incomplete in 2019; rates and comparisons skip those years.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Cleveland County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-35 | 13 |
| CR-60TH Ave Se | 1 |
| CR-72ND Ave Se | 1 |
| N I-35 Service Rd | 1 |
| SR-9 | 1 |
| Sunnylane Rd | 1 |
| Sw 19th St | 1 |
| W Franklin Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Cleveland County) |
|---|---|
| I-35 | 308 |
| I-44 | 24 |
| Interstate 35 North | 15 |
| N Flood Ave | 13 |
| I-35 South | 10 |
| W Tecumseh Rd | 9 |
| W Main St | 9 |
| Sw 134Th St | 9 |
ZIP 73019 at a glance
| Population | 0 |
| Density | 0 per sq mi |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Cleveland 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 | 26 | — | 1.6 |
| 2000s | 39 | +53% | 1.2 |
| 2010s | 86 | +119% | 1.5 |
| 2020s | 76 | -11% | 1.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 26 a year in the 1990s and 76 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 1.5 a year in 2016–19 and 1.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 73019
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 73019?
888 truck crashes have been reported in Cleveland County since 2015, with 15 deaths and 319 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 73019?
I-35 had 13 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 73019 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 73019?
The worst month is August: 10.2% of truck crashes in Cleveland County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 73019?
Garbage trucks were involved in 9 reported crashes in Cleveland County since 2015 (1.0% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 73019 compare with Oklahoma for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Cleveland County has 27.3 truck crashes a year; Oklahoma has 79.3.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 73019?
Use the free Route Planner: enter your stops to get a risk score, safer alternatives and the low bridges on your route.
Crash reporting to FMCSA was incomplete in 2019; those years are greyed out and left out of rates. 2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.