ZIP 76630 (Bruceville, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 76630: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in McLennan 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 2.8 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How McLennan County compares with Texas
McLennan County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where McLennan County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | McLennan County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 94.8 | 62.9 | 49.7 | 1.5× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.8 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 32% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.58 | 0.58 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.3% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.2% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.0% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 12% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 15.2% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 1.3× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.8% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 27.0% | 27.0% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Texas, McLennan County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes and morning rush (6–10 am). Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in ZIP 76630: I-35 deadliest road: 8 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 76630 since 2015.
Overview
McLennan County has recorded 2,988 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,754 people injured and 79 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly 1 truck crash every day.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in May (9.4% of the year) and are lowest in December (6.5%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 40.8% of truck crashes, against 40.8% across Texas.
By time of day, 1–2 pm stands out with 7.9% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 2.2% of truck crashes, compared with 1.7% in Texas.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-35 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (8). After it: SR-7 (2), US-77 (2) and CR-BOX Ranch Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 37 crashes, 1.2% of the total, against 1.1% across Texas.
Garbage-truck crashes peak in July (24% of them).
They recorded 0.0 deaths per 100 crashes, against 2.8 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 76630 fleets
- Build extra time into May routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use I-35, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Waste haulers: July is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in McLennan County.
- 2.2% 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 McLennan County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-35 | 8 |
| SR-7 | 2 |
| US-77 | 2 |
| CR-BOX Ranch Rd | 1 |
| CR-WOODLAWN Road | 1 |
| Fm 107/Eddy Gatesvilles Pkwy | 1 |
| Fm 107/Eddy-Gatesville Pkwy | 1 |
| Fm 2063 Sun Valley Blvd | 1 |
| Fm 2837/Rosenthal Pkwy | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (McLennan County) |
|---|---|
| I-35 | 116 |
| Bellmead Dr | 42 |
| Franklin Ave | 27 |
| Jack Kultgen Expy | 23 |
| Imperial Dr | 18 |
| S Interstate 35 Hwy | 18 |
| N Interstate 35 Hwy | 17 |
| Bagby Ave | 15 |
ZIP 76630 at a glance
| Population | 1,589 |
| Density | 39 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $83,950 |
| Median home value | $228,750 |
| Home ownership | 86% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in McLennan 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 | 130 | — | 4.9 |
| 2000s | 179 | +38% | 5.0 |
| 2010s | 231 | +29% | 5.6 |
| 2020s | 269 | +16% | 4.4 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 130 to 269. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 6.2 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 4.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 76630
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 76630?
McLennan County has had 2,988 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 1,754 people and killing 79.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 76630?
NHTSA data shows I-35 with 8 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 76630 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 76630?
The worst month is May: 9.4% of truck crashes in McLennan County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 76630?
Since 2015, McLennan County has reported 37 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.2% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 76630 compare with Texas for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, McLennan County has 94.8 truck crashes a year; Texas has 62.9.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 76630?
Paste your stops into the free CurbWaste Route Planner: it scores your route against fatal-crash locations, suggests safer alternatives and flags low bridges.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.