ZIP 79001 (Adrian, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 79001: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Oldham 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
0 of 583 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Oldham County compares with Texas
Oldham County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Oldham County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Oldham County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 2,727.8 | 62.9 | 49.7 | 43.4× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 11.3 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 2.8× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.50 | 0.58 | 0.49 | 14% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.0% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 100% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 25.1% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 15.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 18.8% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 17% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 26.1% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 2.3× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 51.5% | 40.8% | 41.9% | 1.3× the state |
| After dark | 37.5% | 27.0% | 24.8% | 1.4× the state |
Compared with Texas, Oldham County is lower on injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Oldham County: 25.1% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Texas: 1.7%).
Overview
Oldham County has recorded 583 truck crashes since 2015, with 287 people injured and 64 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 7 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is January with 12.5% of truck crashes; the quietest is September at 5.7%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 51.5% of truck crashes, vs 40.8% for Texas.
By time of day, 9–10 am stands out with 6.9% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 25.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Texas: 1.7%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-40 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (8).
Garbage & waste trucks
No crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Oldham County since 2015.
Route planning tips for ZIP 79001 fleets
- Plan January schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Oldham County.
- Check whether your routes use I-40, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 25.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Texas; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
Sources: the FMCSA crash file for all reported truck crashes and NHTSA FARS for fatal crashes with a large truck. Every statement here comes straight from those numbers.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Oldham County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-40 | 8 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Oldham County) |
|---|---|
| I-40 | 52 |
| US-385 | 5 |
| S 805 Main St | 2 |
| Bi 40 C | 1 |
| Ih 40 East | 1 |
| Vega Blvd | 1 |
ZIP 79001 at a glance
| Population | 168 |
| Density | 0 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $83,125 |
| Median home value | $102,052 |
| Home ownership | 72% |
Historical data: truck crashes in Oldham 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 | 24 | — | 1.1 |
| 2000s | 35 | +45% | 2.0 |
| 2010s | 39 | +10% | 1.3 |
| 2020s | 56 | +46% | 2.0 |
In the 1990s about 24 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 56. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 1.2 a year in 2016–19 and 2.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 79001
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 79001?
Oldham County has had 583 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 287 people and killing 64.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 79001?
Since 2015, I-40 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 79001: 8.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 79001?
Truck crashes in Oldham County peak in January, with 12.5% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 79001?
0 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Oldham County since 2015, 0.0% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 79001 compare with Texas?
Per 100,000 residents, Oldham County has 2,727.8 truck crashes a year; Texas has 62.9.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 79001?
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.