ZIP 77836 (Caldwell, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 77836: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Burleson 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 of 361 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Burleson County compares with Texas
Burleson County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Burleson County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Burleson County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 155.9 | 62.9 | 49.7 | 2.5× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 7.8 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.9× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.62 | 0.58 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.6% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 47% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.6% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 65% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 19.1% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 16% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 7.5% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 33% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.8% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 37.6% | 27.0% | 24.8% | 1.4× the state |
Compared with Texas, Burleson County is lower on garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am). It runs above Texas on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and after dark.
What stands out in Burleson County: 7.8 deaths per 100 truck crashes, vs 4.1 in Texas.
Overview
Burleson County has recorded 361 truck crashes since 2015, with 218 people injured and 29 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 12 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
October has the most truck crashes, 13.9% of the yearly total, while January has the fewest (6.1%).
November through March accounts for 40.8% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.8% in Texas.
By time of day, 5–6 pm stands out with 9.1% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 0.6% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Texas: 1.7%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 77836 is SR-36, with 5 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. It is followed by SR-21 (2), 6th St (1) and CR-220 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
2 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 0.6% share (Texas: 1.1%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 77836 fleets
- Build extra time into October routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Where you can, review stops along SR-36; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- 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 Burleson County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-36 | 5 |
| SR-21 | 2 |
| 6th St | 1 |
| CR-220 | 1 |
| Fm 2000 | 1 |
| Fm 975 | 1 |
| Fm60 | 1 |
| State Hwy 36 Hwy | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Burleson County) |
|---|---|
| Sh 21 | 9 |
| Sh 36 | 7 |
| Fm 60 | 3 |
| Fm 50 | 2 |
| S 1438 State Hwy 36 Hwy | 2 |
| W 1800 Presidential Corridor Hwy | 2 |
| 6Th St | 1 |
| County Road 423 | 1 |
ZIP 77836 at a glance
| Population | 12,670 |
| Density | 11 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $75,625 |
| Median home value | $215,400 |
| Home ownership | 84% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Burleson 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 | 25 | — | 1.5 |
| 2000s | 22 | -14% | 1.0 |
| 2010s | 25 | +16% | 0.8 |
| 2020s | 32 | +30% | 2.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 25 a year in the 1990s and 32 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.5 a year in 2016–19, 2.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 77836
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 77836?
Burleson County has had 361 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 218 people and killing 29.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 77836?
NHTSA data shows SR-36 with 5 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 77836 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 77836?
October has the most truck crashes in Burleson County, 13.9% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 77836?
Garbage trucks were involved in 2 reported crashes in Burleson County since 2015 (0.6% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 77836 compare with Texas for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Burleson County has 155.9 truck crashes a year; Texas has 62.9.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 77836?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.