ZIP 77630 (Orange, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 77630: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Orange 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
14 of 1,291 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Orange County compares with Texas
Orange County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Orange County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Orange County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 129.8 | 62.9 | 49.7 | 2.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.8 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.2× 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 | 1.0% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 41% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 20.2% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 11% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.1% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 1.1× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 37.0% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 9% below the state |
| After dark | 25.6% | 27.0% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Texas, Orange County is lower on on snow, slush or ice, morning rush (6–10 am) and winter months (nov–mar). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and in rain, sleet or snow.
ZIP 77630 at a glance: I-10 deadliest road: 14 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 77630 since 2015.
Overview
Police reported 1,291 crashes involving commercial trucks in Orange County since 2015: 788 people were injured and 60 were killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 3 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in June (11.3% of the year) and are lowest in November (6.5%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 37.0% of truck crashes, against 40.8% across Texas.
The busiest hour is 3–4 pm, with 7.5% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 1.0% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Texas: 1.7%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-10 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (14). After it: SR-62 (6), Fm 1006/Dupont Dr (1) and Fm 1442 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 14 crashes, 1.1% of the total, against 1.1% across Texas.
Route planning tips for ZIP 77630 fleets
- Plan June schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Orange County.
- Check whether your routes use I-10, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 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 Orange County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-10 | 14 |
| SR-62 | 6 |
| Fm 1006/Dupont Dr | 1 |
| Fm 1442 | 1 |
| Fm 3247 | 1 |
| Fm 366/Pure Atlantic Rd | 1 |
| Fm 408 | 1 |
| SR-12 | 1 |
| SR-73 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Orange County) |
|---|---|
| I-10 | 55 |
| Texas Ave | 37 |
| SR-62 | 6 |
| Edgar Brown Dr | 4 |
| Hwy 12 Hwy | 4 |
| Dupont Dr | 3 |
| Fm 105 | 3 |
| N 300 Lutcher Dr | 3 |
ZIP 77630 at a glance
| Population | 28,983 |
| Density | 117 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $64,373 |
| Median home value | $177,311 |
| Home ownership | 68% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Orange 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 | 104 | — | 2.5 |
| 2000s | 149 | +43% | 3.3 |
| 2010s | 92 | -38% | 2.4 |
| 2020s | 117 | +27% | 3.2 |
In the 1990s about 104 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 117. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 4.0 a year in 2016–19 and 3.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 77630
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 77630?
1,291 truck crashes have been reported in Orange County since 2015, with 60 deaths and 788 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 77630?
I-10 had 14 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 77630 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 77630?
The worst month is June: 11.3% of truck crashes in Orange County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 77630?
Garbage trucks were involved in 14 reported crashes in Orange County since 2015 (1.1% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 77630 compare with Texas?
Per 100,000 residents, Orange County has 129.8 truck crashes a year; Texas has 62.9.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 77630?
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.