ZIP 81332 (Rico, CO) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 81332: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Dolores 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 74 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Dolores County compares with Colorado
Dolores County against Colorado and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Dolores County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Dolores County | Colorado | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 261.6 | 32.6 | 49.7 | 8.0× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.4 | 5.1 | 3.4 | 73% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.24 | 0.32 | 0.49 | 25% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 43.7% | 14.8% | 6.2% | 3.0× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 19.7% | 25.7% | 23.7% | 23% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 36.6% | 13.2% | 13.8% | 2.8× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 71.8% | 43.5% | 41.9% | 1.7× the state |
| After dark | 39.4% | 22.4% | 24.8% | 1.8× the state |
Compared with Colorado, Dolores County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and morning rush (6–10 am). It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow.
The headline for Dolores County: 43.7% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 14.8% across Colorado.
Overview
Dolores County has recorded 74 truck crashes since 2015, with 19 people injured and 1 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 57 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 18.9% of the yearly total, while April has the fewest (0.0%).
November through March accounts for 71.8% of truck crashes here, compared with 43.5% in Colorado.
By time of day, 7–8 am stands out with 9.5% of truck crashes.
43.7% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 14.8% across Colorado.
Where crashes happen
Since 2015, fatal crashes with a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 81332 happened on SR-145 (1); no road leads clearly.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 2 crashes, 2.7% of the total, against 2.8% across Colorado.
Route planning tips for ZIP 81332 fleets
- Build extra time into February routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- 43.7% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Colorado; 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
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 Dolores County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-145 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Dolores County) |
|---|---|
| Hwy 491 At Mp 60 | 7 |
| Hwy 491 At Mp 53 | 3 |
| Hwy 491 370 Feet N Of Mp 59 | 3 |
| Hwy 491 .90 Miles N Of Mp 60 | 3 |
| Hwy 491 2,112 Feet N Of Mp 62 | 2 |
| Hwy 491 At Mp 50 | 2 |
| Hwy 491 At Mp 52 | 2 |
| Hwy 491 At Mp 55 | 2 |
ZIP 81332 at a glance
| Population | 414 |
| Density | 5 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $104,250 |
| Median home value | $549,721 |
| Home ownership | 87% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Dolores 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 | 4 | — | 0.3 |
| 2000s | 4 | -3% | 0.1 |
| 2010s | 4 | -5% | 0.1 |
| 2020s | 8 | +103% | 0.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 4 a year in the 1990s and 8 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.0 a year in 2016–19 and 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 81332
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 81332?
74 truck crashes have been reported in Dolores County since 2015, with 1 deaths and 19 injuries.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 81332?
February has the most truck crashes in Dolores County, 18.9% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 81332?
Since 2015, Dolores County has reported 2 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.7% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 81332 compare with Colorado?
Dolores County records 261.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 32.6 across Colorado.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 81332?
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.