ZIP 75414 (Bells, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 75414: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Grayson 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
12 of 1,050 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Grayson County compares with Texas
Grayson County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Grayson County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Grayson County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 59.8 | 62.9 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.9 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.68 | 0.58 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.8% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 1.7× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.1% | 22.6% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 10.4% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 8% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.7% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 27.1% | 27.0% | 24.8% | same |
Grayson County has lower values than Texas for in rain, sleet or snow. It runs above Texas on deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
Grayson County at a glance: 2.8% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 1.7% in Texas.
Overview
Police reported 1,050 crashes involving commercial trucks in Grayson County since 2015: 707 people were injured and 62 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 4 days.
When crashes happen
June has the most truck crashes, 10.2% of the yearly total, while May has the fewest (7.1%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 40.7% of truck crashes, vs 40.8% for Texas.
By time of day, 10–11 am stands out with 7.9% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 2.8% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Texas: 1.7%).
Where crashes happen
US-69 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 75414 with 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: Fm 1753 (1), Mu-Texoma (1) and SR-11 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 12 crashes, 1.1% of the total, against 1.1% across Texas.
Route planning tips for ZIP 75414 fleets
- Review driver schedules for June, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use US-69, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 2.8% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Texas; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Grayson County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-69 | 4 |
| Fm 1753 | 1 |
| Mu-Texoma | 1 |
| SR-11 | 1 |
| US-82 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Grayson County) |
|---|---|
| US-75 | 36 |
| US-69 | 6 |
| Fm 121 | 5 |
| N Us 75 Hwy | 5 |
| S 1800 U S Highway 75 | 5 |
| S 3600 Us 75 Hwy | 5 |
| Texoma Pkwy | 5 |
| Fm 1897 | 4 |
ZIP 75414 at a glance
| Population | 3,719 |
| Density | 29 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $86,993 |
| Median home value | $254,641 |
| Home ownership | 80% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Grayson 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 | — | 1.4 |
| 2000s | 52 | -9% | 2.8 |
| 2010s | 65 | +25% | 2.7 |
| 2020s | 101 | +55% | 5.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 58 a year in the 1990s and 101 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 2.8 a year in 2016–19, 5.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 75414
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 75414?
1,050 truck crashes have been reported in Grayson County since 2015, with 62 deaths and 707 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 75414?
US-69 had 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 75414 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 75414?
June has the most truck crashes in Grayson County, 10.2% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 75414?
12 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Grayson County since 2015, 1.1% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 75414 compared with Texas?
The yearly rate is 59.8 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Grayson County, vs 62.9 for Texas.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 75414?
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.