ZIP 85008 (Phoenix, AZ) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 85008: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Maricopa 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
5.3 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 3.6 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Maricopa County compares with Arizona
Maricopa County against Arizona and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Maricopa County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Maricopa County | Arizona | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 27.6 | 35.9 | 49.7 | 23% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.6 | 5.2 | 3.4 | 31% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.15 | 0.19 | 0.49 | 21% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.2% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 1.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.1% | 3.2% | 6.2% | 98% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.8% | 22.6% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 2.8% | 5.3% | 13.8% | 47% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.4% | 42.1% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 25.1% | 30.0% | 24.8% | 16% below the state |
Compared with Arizona, Maricopa County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash. It stands out for higher garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for Maricopa County: 0.1% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 3.2% across Arizona.
Overview
Maricopa County has recorded 15,004 truck crashes since 2015, with 2,437 people injured and 530 killed.
That averages about 4 truck crashes a day in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in March (9.2% of the year) and are lowest in December (7.6%).
November through March accounts for 41.4% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.1% in Arizona.
The busiest hour is 8–9 am, with 7.2% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.1% of truck crashes, compared with 3.2% in Arizona.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-10 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (14). After it: SR-202 (8), US-60 (6) and I-17 (5).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 330 crashes, 2.2% of the total, against 1.6% across Arizona.
Garbage-truck crashes peak in August (12% of them).
They recorded 5.3 deaths per 100 crashes, against 3.6 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 85008 fleets
- Plan March schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Maricopa County.
- Where you can, review stops along I-10; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Waste haulers: August is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Maricopa County.
- 26.8% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Arizona; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 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 Maricopa County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-10 | 14 |
| SR-202 | 8 |
| US-60 | 6 |
| I-17 | 5 |
| Baseline Rd | 4 |
| Broadway Rd | 4 |
| SR-101 | 4 |
| 27th Ave | 2 |
| N 43rd Ave | 2 |
| S 16th St | 2 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Maricopa County) |
|---|---|
| I-10 Noncard@M145 | 59 |
| I-10 Noncard@M141 | 57 |
| I-10 Noncard@M150 | 45 |
| I-10 Noncard@M132 | 44 |
| I-10 Noncard@M151 | 40 |
| I-10 Noncard@M140 | 38 |
| Us-60 Noncard@M173 | 38 |
| I-10 Noncard@M154 | 38 |
ZIP 85008 at a glance
| Population | 59,716 |
| Density | 2,254 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $66,353 |
| Median home value | $352,051 |
| Home ownership | 31% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Maricopa 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 | 94 | — | 32.6 |
| 2000s | 940 | +904% | 37.1 |
| 2010s | 727 | -23% | 27.1 |
| 2020s | 1,149 | +58% | 47.8 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 94 to 1,149. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 31.5 a year in 2016–19, 47.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 85008
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 85008?
Maricopa County has had 15,004 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 2,437 people and killing 530.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 85008?
I-10 had 14 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 85008 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 85008?
The worst month is March: 9.2% of truck crashes in Maricopa County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 85008?
Since 2015, Maricopa County has reported 330 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.2% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 85008 compared with Arizona?
Per 100,000 residents, Maricopa County has 27.6 truck crashes a year; Arizona has 35.9.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 85008?
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.