ZIP 77059 (Houston, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 77059: 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 |
Compared with Texas, Harris County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice. It runs above Texas on morning rush (6–10 am).
ZIP 77059 at a glance: 1.7× fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 77059 per year, 2020–24 vs 2016–19 (4.2 vs 2.5).
Overview
Harris County has recorded 28,123 truck crashes since 2015, with 17,177 people injured and 550 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-45 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 77059 with 7 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by SR-146 (3), SR-3 (3) and SR-8 (3).
Garbage & waste trucks
309 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.1% share (Texas: 1.1%).
Their busiest month is June, with 11% of garbage-truck crashes.
They recorded 2.0 deaths per 100 crashes, against 2.0 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 77059 fleets
- Plan March schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Harris County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-45; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in June; review collection routes for that month.
- 24.3% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Texas; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 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 Harris County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-45 | 7 |
| SR-146 | 3 |
| SR-3 | 3 |
| SR-8 | 3 |
| SR-225 | 2 |
| CR-127 | 1 |
| CR-FAIRMONT Parkway | 1 |
| CR-INDEPENDENCE Pkwy | 1 |
| Fm 2351 | 1 |
| Fm 270 | 1 |
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 77059 at a glance
| Population | 18,767 |
| Density | 785 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $161,944 |
| Median home value | $416,741 |
| Home ownership | 94% |
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 large-truck crashes: 35.5 a year in 2016–19, 47.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 77059
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 77059?
28,123 truck crashes have been reported in Harris County since 2015, with 550 deaths and 17,177 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 77059?
I-45 had 7 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 77059 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 77059?
The worst month is March: 8.8% of truck crashes in Harris County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 77059?
Since 2015, Harris County has reported 309 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.1% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 77059 compare with Texas for truck crashes?
Harris County records 48.4 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 62.9 across Texas.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 77059?
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.