ZIP 75439 (Ector, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 75439: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Fannin 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
7 of 309 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Fannin County compares with Texas
Fannin County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Fannin County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Fannin County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 65.4 | 62.9 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 10.8 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 2.6× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.64 | 0.58 | 0.49 | 1.1× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 2.0× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.4% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 78% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.9% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 8.3% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 27% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 37.4% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 8% below the state |
| After dark | 20.9% | 27.0% | 24.8% | 23% below the state |
Compared with Texas, Fannin County is lower on on snow, slush or ice, in rain, sleet or snow and winter months (nov–mar). It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share.
Fannin County at a glance: 10.8 people killed per 100 truck crashes (Texas: 4.1).
Overview
Fannin County has recorded 309 truck crashes since 2015, with 201 people injured and 34 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 14 days.
When crashes happen
October has the most truck crashes, 11.3% of the yearly total, while May has the fewest (4.2%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 37.4% of truck crashes, against 40.8% across Texas.
The busiest hour is 1–2 pm, with 8.7% of truck crashes.
0.4% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 1.7% across Texas.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 75439 is SR-121, with 5 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: US-69 (3), US-82 (2) and SR-11 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
7 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.3% share (Texas: 1.1%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 75439 fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Fannin County.
- Check whether your routes use SR-121, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 25.9% of truck crashes here, more than Texas; adjust start times where you can.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
Crash counts come from the FMCSA crash file (police-reported crashes involving trucks over 10,000 lb); fatal-crash locations come from NHTSA FARS. Text on this page states only what these numbers show.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Fannin County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-121 | 5 |
| US-69 | 3 |
| US-82 | 2 |
| SR-11 | 1 |
| SR-78 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Fannin County) |
|---|---|
| Sh 121 | 4 |
| N 10000 121 Hwy | 3 |
| N 2000 Sh 121 | 3 |
| SR-82 | 3 |
| Sh 78 | 3 |
| US-82 | 3 |
| W 1200 Sam Rayburn Dr | 3 |
| Hwy 11 Hwy | 2 |
ZIP 75439 at a glance
| Population | 1,087 |
| Density | 28 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $64,500 |
| Median home value | $143,086 |
| Home ownership | 68% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Fannin 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 | 14 | — | 0.8 |
| 2000s | 16 | +11% | 0.8 |
| 2010s | 18 | +11% | 1.9 |
| 2020s | 31 | +76% | 2.2 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 14 to 31. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 2.0 a year in 2016–19, 2.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 75439
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 75439?
Fannin County has had 309 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 201 people and killing 34.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 75439?
Since 2015, SR-121 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 75439: 5.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 75439?
October has the most truck crashes in Fannin County, 11.3% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 75439?
Garbage trucks were involved in 7 reported crashes in Fannin County since 2015 (2.3% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 75439 compare with Texas?
Per 100,000 residents, Fannin County has 65.4 truck crashes a year; Texas has 62.9.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 75439?
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.