ZIP 77482 (Van Vleck, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 77482: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Matagorda 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
5 of 254 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Matagorda County compares with Texas
Matagorda County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Matagorda County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Matagorda County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 60.7 | 62.9 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 7.0 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.7× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.74 | 0.58 | 0.49 | 1.3× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.1% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.9× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.4% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 75% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.7% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 8.2% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 27% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 37.9% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 7% below the state |
| After dark | 20.2% | 27.0% | 24.8% | 25% below the state |
Compared with Texas, Matagorda 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.
What stands out in Matagorda County: 1 in 49 garbage-truck share of crashes is 2.1%, against 1.1% for Texas.
Overview
Matagorda County has recorded 254 truck crashes since 2015, with 188 people injured and 19 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 17 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is October with 12.6% of truck crashes; the quietest is December at 4.7%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 37.9% of truck crashes, vs 40.8% for Texas.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 9.1% 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
Within this area, SR-60 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (2). Next come CR-ALLENHURST Rd (1), Fm1728 (1) and Mu-8th (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 5 of the truck crashes here, or 2.0%, compared with 1.1% in Texas.
Route planning tips for ZIP 77482 fleets
- Review driver schedules for October, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Where you can, review stops along SR-60; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 24.7% 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
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 Matagorda County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-60 | 2 |
| CR-ALLENHURST Rd | 1 |
| Fm1728 | 1 |
| Mu-8th | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Matagorda County) |
|---|---|
| Avenue F | 8 |
| F Ave | 7 |
| 1400 7Th St | 4 |
| Nichols | 3 |
| 100 7Th St | 2 |
| 1300 7Th St | 2 |
| 1600 12Th St | 2 |
| 1700 7Th St | 2 |
ZIP 77482 at a glance
| Population | 2,050 |
| Density | 18 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $58,103 |
| Median home value | $187,200 |
| Home ownership | 87% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Matagorda 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 | 20 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 20 | +3% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 20 | -4% | 1.0 |
| 2020s | 21 | +9% | 1.6 |
In the 1990s about 20 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 21. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. NHTSA counts 0.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 77482
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 77482?
Matagorda County has had 254 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 188 people and killing 19.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 77482?
NHTSA data shows SR-60 with 2 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 77482 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 77482?
Truck crashes in Matagorda County peak in October, with 12.6% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 77482?
Since 2015, Matagorda County has reported 5 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.0% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 77482 compare with Texas for truck crashes?
Matagorda County records 60.7 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 62.9 across Texas.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 77482?
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.