ZIP 78123 (McQueeney, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 78123: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Guadalupe 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
11 of 1,739 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Guadalupe County compares with Texas
Guadalupe County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Guadalupe County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Guadalupe County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 74.1 | 62.9 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.4 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.51 | 0.58 | 0.49 | 12% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.4% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 60% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.9% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 47% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 21.6% | 22.6% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.4% | 11.3% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.0% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 29.3% | 27.0% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
Guadalupe County has lower values than Texas for injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and after dark.
The headline for Guadalupe County: 1 in 227 of truck crashes here involve garbage trucks: 0.4%, vs 1.1% in Texas.
Overview
Guadalupe County has recorded 1,739 truck crashes since 2015, with 901 people injured and 71 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 3 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 9.9% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (6.6%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 42.0% of truck crashes, vs 40.8% for Texas.
By time of day, 4–5 pm stands out with 7.2% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 0.9% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Texas: 1.7%).
Where crashes happen
I-35 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 78123 with 10 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come I-10 (7), Fm 725 (2) and SR-123 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 11 crashes, 0.6% of the total, against 1.1% across Texas.
Route planning tips for ZIP 78123 fleets
- Build extra time into February routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Where you can, review stops along I-35; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Guadalupe County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-35 | 10 |
| I-10 | 7 |
| Fm 725 | 2 |
| SR-123 | 2 |
| SR-46 | 2 |
| CR-415 Linne Rd | 1 |
| County Line Road | 1 |
| Fm 78 | 1 |
| Mu-Frio Cir | 1 |
| US-90 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Guadalupe County) |
|---|---|
| I-10 | 72 |
| Fm 3009 | 23 |
| Fm 78 | 22 |
| Fm 725 | 11 |
| Fm 464 | 9 |
| Fm 1103 | 8 |
| Ih 10 West | 8 |
| Sh 46 | 8 |
ZIP 78123 at a glance
| Population | 2,127 |
| Density | 220 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $97,553 |
| Home ownership | 89% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Guadalupe 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 | 49 | — | 1.4 |
| 2000s | 64 | +32% | 2.9 |
| 2010s | 102 | +58% | 2.8 |
| 2020s | 165 | +62% | 3.4 |
In the 1990s about 49 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 165. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 3.2 a year in 2016–19, 3.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 78123
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 78123?
1,739 truck crashes have been reported in Guadalupe County since 2015, with 71 deaths and 901 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 78123?
Since 2015, I-35 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 78123: 10.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 78123?
Truck crashes in Guadalupe County peak in February, with 9.9% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 78123?
Garbage trucks were involved in 11 reported crashes in Guadalupe County since 2015 (0.6% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 78123 compare with Texas?
Per 100,000 residents, Guadalupe County has 74.1 truck crashes a year; Texas has 62.9.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 78123?
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.