ZIP 74953 (Poteau, OK) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 74953: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Le Flore 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
6 of 393 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Le Flore County compares with Oklahoma
Le Flore County against Oklahoma and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Le Flore County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Le Flore County | Oklahoma | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 73.8 | 79.3 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 6.2 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.5× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.47 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.6% | 1.4% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 3.0% | 5.3% | 6.2% | 43% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.3% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 10.1% | 12.8% | 13.8% | 22% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 37.0% | 40.4% | 41.9% | 9% below the state |
| After dark | 20.6% | 25.4% | 24.8% | 19% below the state |
Le Flore County has lower values than Oklahoma for on snow, slush or ice, in rain, sleet or snow and winter months (nov–mar). It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
ZIP 74953 at a glance: SR-112 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 74953: 3 since 2015.
Overview
Le Flore County has recorded 393 truck crashes since 2015, with 183 people injured and 25 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 10 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
July has the most truck crashes, 9.7% of the yearly total, while February has the fewest (3.8%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 37.0% of truck crashes, vs 40.4% for Oklahoma.
By time of day, 8–9 am stands out with 8.7% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 3.0% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Oklahoma: 5.3%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-112 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (3). After it: US-59 (2) and US-271 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 6 crashes, 1.5% of the total, against 1.4% across Oklahoma.
Route planning tips for ZIP 74953 fleets
- Plan July schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Le Flore County.
- Where you can, review stops along SR-112; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 25.3% of truck crashes here, more than Oklahoma; adjust start times where you can.
- 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 was incomplete in 2019, so those years are greyed out and left out of rates and comparisons.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Le Flore County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-112 | 3 |
| US-59 | 2 |
| US-271 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Le Flore County) |
|---|---|
| US-259 | 69 |
| US-59 | 62 |
| US-271 | 27 |
| United States Highway 259 | 17 |
| Sh-112 | 11 |
| State Highway 112 | 11 |
| United States Highway 59 | 11 |
| US-270 | 9 |
ZIP 74953 at a glance
| Population | 12,406 |
| Density | 40 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $56,341 |
| Median home value | $188,569 |
| Home ownership | 69% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Le Flore 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 | — | 2.2 |
| 2000s | 24 | +6% | 1.8 |
| 2010s | 28 | +19% | 1.7 |
| 2020s | 39 | +38% | 2.0 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 23 to 39. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 2.0 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 74953
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 74953?
Since 2015, 393 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Le Flore County (183 injured, 25 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 74953?
Since 2015, SR-112 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 74953: 3.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 74953?
The worst month is July: 9.7% of truck crashes in Le Flore County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 74953?
Since 2015, Le Flore County has reported 6 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.5% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 74953 compared with Oklahoma?
Per 100,000 residents, Le Flore County has 73.8 truck crashes a year; Oklahoma has 79.3.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 74953?
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.