ZIP 76654 (Leroy, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 76654: 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). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for ZIP 76654: I-35 deadliest road: 10 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 76654 since 2015.
Overview
Since 2015, 2,988 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in McLennan County. They injured 1,754 people and killed 79.
That averages about 1 truck crash a day in fully reported years.
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.
The busiest hour is 1–2 pm, 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
I-35 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 76654 with 10 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by US-84 (5) and CR-3240 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 37 of the truck crashes here, or 1.2%, compared with 1.1% in Texas.
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in July (24%).
Per 100 crashes, garbage trucks recorded 0.0 deaths compared with 2.8 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 76654 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.
- With 2.2% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Texas), plan winter equipment checks early.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
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 | 10 |
| US-84 | 5 |
| CR-3240 | 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 76654 at a glance
| Population | 175 |
| Density | 75 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $69,583 |
| Home ownership | 84% |
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 |
In the 1990s about 130 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 269. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 6.2 a year in 2016–19, 4.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 76654
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 76654?
2,988 truck crashes have been reported in McLennan County since 2015, with 79 deaths and 1,754 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 76654?
I-35 had 10 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 76654 since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 76654?
May has the most truck crashes in McLennan County, 9.4% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 76654?
Since 2015, McLennan County has reported 37 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.2% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 76654 compared with Texas?
The yearly rate is 94.8 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in McLennan County, vs 62.9 for Texas.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 76654?
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.