ZIP 89118 (Las Vegas, NV) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 89118: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Clark 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
7.4 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 5.8 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Clark County compares with Nevada
Clark County against Nevada and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Clark County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Clark County | Nevada | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 13.4 | 21.8 | 49.7 | 39% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.8 | 5.7 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.59 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.4% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 1.5× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.3% | 7.6% | 6.2% | 96% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.8% | 22.5% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 5.1% | 9.0% | 13.8% | 43% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.0% | 42.4% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 28.3% | 32.2% | 24.8% | 12% below the state |
Clark County sits below Nevada on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. It stands out for higher injuries per crash and garbage-truck share.
Clark County at a glance: 0.3% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (Nevada: 7.6%).
Overview
Clark County has recorded 3,902 truck crashes since 2015, with 2,349 people injured and 220 killed.
That averages about 1 truck crash a day in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
June has the most truck crashes, 9.9% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (7.0%).
November through March accounts for 40.0% of truck crashes here, compared with 42.4% in Nevada.
By time of day, 10–11 am stands out with 6.5% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 0.3% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Nevada: 7.6%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 89118 is I-15, with 11 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. Next come SR-159 (3), SR-592 (3) and E Sahara Ave (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
135 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 3.5% share (Nevada: 2.2%).
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in January (12%).
Per 100 crashes, garbage trucks recorded 7.4 deaths compared with 5.8 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 89118 fleets
- Plan June schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Clark County.
- Look at alternatives to I-15 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Waste haulers: January is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Clark County.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Clark County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-15 | 11 |
| SR-159 | 3 |
| SR-592 | 3 |
| E Sahara Ave | 2 |
| Eastern Ave | 2 |
| Las Vegas Blvd | 2 |
| S Eastern Ave | 2 |
| S Lamb Blvd | 2 |
| S Valley View Blvd | 2 |
| SR-160 | 2 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Clark County) |
|---|---|
| N Lamb Blvd | 35 |
| E Cheyenne Ave | 33 |
| W Cheyenne Ave | 21 |
| N Nellis Blvd | 21 |
| E Craig Rd | 21 |
| Cheyenne Ave | 17 |
| E Lake Mead Blvd | 17 |
| Losee Rd | 17 |
ZIP 89118 at a glance
| Population | 22,610 |
| Density | 824 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $71,160 |
| Median home value | $419,799 |
| Home ownership | 47% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Clark 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 | 124 | — | 13.3 |
| 2000s | 319 | +159% | 18.1 |
| 2010s | 251 | -21% | 11.1 |
| 2020s | 345 | +37% | 20.8 |
In the 1990s about 124 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 345. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 14.8 a year in 2016–19 and 20.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 89118
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 89118?
Since 2015, 3,902 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Clark County (2,349 injured, 220 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 89118?
Since 2015, I-15 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 89118: 11.
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 89118?
The worst month is June: 9.9% of truck crashes in Clark County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 89118?
Since 2015, Clark County has reported 135 garbage-truck crashes, or 3.5% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 89118 compare with Nevada for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, Clark County has 13.4 truck crashes a year; Nevada has 21.8.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 89118?
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.