ZIP 77008 (Houston, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 77008: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Harris 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
2.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 2.0 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Harris County compares with Texas
Harris County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Harris County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Harris County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 48.4 | 62.9 | 49.7 | 23% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.0 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 51% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.61 | 0.58 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.4% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 75% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.3% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 9.9% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 12% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.4% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 22.7% | 27.0% | 24.8% | 16% below the state |
Harris County has lower values than Texas for crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice. Where it is higher: morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for ZIP 77008: I-610 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 77008: 20 since 2015.
Overview
Police reported 28,123 crashes involving commercial trucks in Harris County since 2015: 17,177 people were injured and 550 were killed.
That averages about 7 truck crashes a day in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
March has the most truck crashes, 8.8% of the yearly total, while December has the fewest (7.3%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 40.4% of truck crashes, against 40.8% across Texas.
By time of day, 12–1 pm stands out with 7.1% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.4% of truck crashes, compared with 1.7% in Texas.
Where crashes happen
I-610 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 77008 with 20 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: I-45 (16), I-10 (15) and I-69 (9).
Garbage & waste trucks
309 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.1% share (Texas: 1.1%).
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in June (11%).
Per 100 crashes, garbage trucks recorded 2.0 deaths compared with 2.0 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 77008 fleets
- Plan March schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Harris County.
- Check whether your routes use I-610, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Waste haulers: June is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Harris County.
- Morning starts matter: 24.3% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Texas.
- 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 Harris County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-610 | 20 |
| I-45 | 16 |
| I-10 | 15 |
| I-69 | 9 |
| SR-8 | 6 |
| US-290 | 6 |
| Little York Rd | 3 |
| US-90 | 3 |
| Mu-Wayside | 2 |
| SR-249 | 2 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Harris County) |
|---|---|
| South Fwy | 202 |
| Katy Fwy | 100 |
| East Fwy | 98 |
| Aldine Bender Rd | 93 |
| La Porte Fwy | 82 |
| N Sam Houston Pkwy | 80 |
| Pasadena Fwy | 78 |
| Fairbanks N Houston Rd | 73 |
ZIP 77008 at a glance
| Population | 41,645 |
| Density | 2,481 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $143,229 |
| Median home value | $640,726 |
| Home ownership | 59% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Harris 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 | 2,530 | — | 30.7 |
| 2000s | 2,084 | -18% | 30.4 |
| 2010s | 2,136 | +2% | 30.9 |
| 2020s | 2,485 | +16% | 47.6 |
In the 1990s about 2,530 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 2,485. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 35.5 a year in 2016–19 and 47.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 77008
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 77008?
Since 2015, 28,123 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Harris County (17,177 injured, 550 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 77008?
NHTSA data shows I-610 with 20 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 77008 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 77008?
The worst month is March: 8.8% of truck crashes in Harris County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 77008?
309 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Harris County since 2015, 1.1% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 77008 compare with Texas?
The yearly rate is 48.4 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Harris County, vs 62.9 for Texas.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 77008?
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.