ZIP 79423 (Lubbock, TX) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 79423: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Lubbock 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
0.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 4.3 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Lubbock County compares with Texas
Lubbock County against Texas and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Lubbock County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Lubbock County | Texas | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 45.1 | 62.9 | 49.7 | 28% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.3 | 4.1 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.57 | 0.58 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.1% | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.9× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 3.3% | 1.7% | 6.2% | 2.0× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 22.7% | 22.6% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 6.5% | 11.3% | 13.8% | 42% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.0% | 40.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 23.3% | 27.0% | 24.8% | 14% below the state |
Lubbock County sits below Texas on crashes per 100k residents / yr, in rain, sleet or snow and after dark. It stands out for higher garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for Lubbock County: 3.3% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 1.7% in Texas.
Overview
Lubbock County has recorded 1,699 truck crashes since 2015, with 992 people injured and 75 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 2 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in October (11.0% of the year) and are lowest in February (7.0%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 40.0% of truck crashes, vs 40.8% for Texas.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 8.0% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 3.3% of truck crashes, compared with 1.7% in Texas.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-84 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (5). Next come US-62 (4), I-27 (3) and SR-331 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 36 crashes, 2.1% of the total, against 1.1% across Texas.
Their busiest month is April, with 17% of garbage-truck crashes.
They recorded 0.0 deaths per 100 crashes, against 4.3 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 79423 fleets
- Build extra time into October routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use US-84, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in April; review collection routes for that month.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 3.3% of truck crashes here, more than Texas; schedule winter checks early.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
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 Lubbock County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-84 | 5 |
| US-62 | 4 |
| I-27 | 3 |
| SR-331 | 2 |
| 15th St | 1 |
| 50th St | 1 |
| 82nd Street | 1 |
| Ave A | 1 |
| Fm 1730 | 1 |
| Fm 835 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Lubbock County) |
|---|---|
| I-27 | 99 |
| Marsha Sharp Fwy | 65 |
| Clovis Rd | 31 |
| Slide Rd | 29 |
| University Ave | 23 |
| Ave Q | 18 |
| Milwaukee Ave | 18 |
| Parkway Dr | 13 |
ZIP 79423 at a glance
| Population | 46,998 |
| Density | 282 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $84,933 |
| Median home value | $233,022 |
| Home ownership | 71% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Lubbock 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 | 105 | — | 2.9 |
| 2000s | 96 | -9% | 2.8 |
| 2010s | 123 | +28% | 3.8 |
| 2020s | 157 | +27% | 6.0 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 105 to 157. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 5.0 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 6.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 79423
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 79423?
Lubbock County has had 1,699 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 992 people and killing 75.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 79423?
Since 2015, US-84 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 79423: 5.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 79423?
Truck crashes in Lubbock County peak in October, with 11.0% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 79423?
Garbage trucks were involved in 36 reported crashes in Lubbock County since 2015 (2.1% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 79423 compare with Texas?
Lubbock County records 45.1 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 62.9 across Texas.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 79423?
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.