ZIP 78006 (Boerne, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 78006: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Kendall 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 406 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Kendall County compares with Texas
Kendall County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Kendall County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Kendall County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 68.1 | 62.9 | 49.7 | 1.1× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 7.5 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.8× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.40 | 0.58 | 0.49 | 31% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.3% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.6% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 1.6× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.4% | 22.6% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.9% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 1.8× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 48.2% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 1.2× the state |
| After dark | 26.8% | 27.0% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Texas, Kendall County is lower on injuries per crash. It runs above Texas on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share.
What stands out in Kendall County: 19.9% share of truck crashes in rain, sleet or snow (Texas: 11.3%).
Overview
Kendall County has recorded 406 truck crashes since 2015, with 166 people injured and 29 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 10 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 11.8% of the yearly total, while April has the fewest (4.7%).
November through March accounts for 48.2% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.8% in Texas.
By time of day, 7–8 am stands out with 8.1% of truck crashes.
2.6% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 1.7% across Texas.
Where crashes happen
I-10 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 78006 with 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by SR-46 (3) and Rm 1376/Sisterdale Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 5 of the truck crashes here, or 1.2%, compared with 1.1% in Texas.
Route planning tips for ZIP 78006 fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Kendall County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-10; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- 2.6% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Texas; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
About the data
Crash counts come from the FMCSA crash file (police-reported crashes involving trucks over 10,000 lb); fatal-crash locations come from NHTSA FARS. Text on this page states only what these numbers show.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Kendall County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-10 | 4 |
| SR-46 | 3 |
| Rm 1376/Sisterdale Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Kendall County) |
|---|---|
| I-10 | 19 |
| River Rd | 9 |
| Sh 46 | 5 |
| W 540 Ih 10 | 4 |
| Fm 3351 | 3 |
| S 1400 Main St | 3 |
| US-87 | 3 |
| E 31800 Ih10 Hwy | 2 |
ZIP 78006 at a glance
| Population | 44,560 |
| Density | 50 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $116,156 |
| Median home value | $543,913 |
| Home ownership | 77% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Kendall 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 | 13 | — | 0.7 |
| 2000s | 16 | +26% | 0.3 |
| 2010s | 24 | +46% | 1.1 |
| 2020s | 41 | +76% | 1.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 13 a year in the 1990s and 41 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, 1.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 78006
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 78006?
Since 2015, 406 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Kendall County (166 injured, 29 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 78006?
NHTSA data shows I-10 with 4 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 78006 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 78006?
Truck crashes in Kendall County peak in February, with 11.8% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 78006?
Since 2015, Kendall County has reported 5 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.2% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 78006 compare with Texas?
Kendall County records 68.1 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 62.9 across Texas.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 78006?
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.