ZIP 82937 (Lyman, WY) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 82937: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Uinta 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 1,069 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Uinta County compares with Wyoming
Uinta County against Wyoming and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Uinta County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Uinta County | Wyoming | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 443.1 | 187.2 | 49.7 | 2.4× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.2 | 4.5 | 3.4 | 51% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.53 | 0.43 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.2% | 0.4% | 2.3% | 50% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 52.8% | 45.1% | 6.2% | 1.2× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.7% | 23.4% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 29.2% | 25.0% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 64.9% | 59.3% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 36.5% | 32.8% | 24.8% | 1.1× the state |
Compared with Wyoming, Uinta County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share. It stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr, injuries per crash and on snow, slush or ice.
What stands out in Uinta County: December 17.1% of truck crashes happen in December, more than any other month.
Overview
Uinta County has recorded 1,069 truck crashes since 2015, with 579 people injured and 28 killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 4 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
The worst month is December with 17.1% of truck crashes; the quietest is May at 3.7%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 64.9% of truck crashes, vs 59.3% for Wyoming.
More truck crashes happen at 9–10 am than at any other hour (7.4%).
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 52.8% of truck crashes, compared with 45.1% in Wyoming.
Where crashes happen
I-80 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 82937 with 5 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015.
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 2 crashes, 0.2% of the total, against 0.4% across Wyoming.
Route planning tips for ZIP 82937 fleets
- Build extra time into December routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Check whether your routes use I-80, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- 52.8% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Wyoming; 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 Uinta County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-80 | 5 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Uinta County) |
|---|---|
| I-80 Mp 19.75 | 14 |
| I-80 Mp 52 | 8 |
| I-80 Mp 52.24 | 8 |
| I-80 Mp 48.33 | 7 |
| I-80 Mp 18.9 | 6 |
| I-80 Mp 26.9 | 6 |
| I-80 Mp 26.90 | 6 |
| I-80 Mp 4.05 | 6 |
ZIP 82937 at a glance
| Population | 3,542 |
| Density | 15 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $98,000 |
| Median home value | $252,289 |
| Home ownership | 84% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Uinta 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 | 62 | — | 1.7 |
| 2000s | 69 | +11% | 1.1 |
| 2010s | 74 | +8% | 1.0 |
| 2020s | 95 | +28% | 1.0 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 62 to 95. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 1.5 a year in 2016–19 and 1.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 82937
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 82937?
1,069 truck crashes have been reported in Uinta County since 2015, with 28 deaths and 579 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 82937?
I-80 had 5 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 82937 since 2015, more than any other road.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 82937?
Truck crashes in Uinta County peak in December, with 17.1% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 82937?
Since 2015, Uinta County has reported 2 garbage-truck crashes, or 0.2% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 82937 compare with Wyoming?
The yearly rate is 443.1 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Uinta County, vs 187.2 for Wyoming.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 82937?
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.