ZIP 89509 (Reno, NV) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 89509: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Washoe 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 2.9 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Washoe County compares with Nevada
Washoe County against Nevada and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Washoe County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Washoe County | Nevada | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 21.9 | 21.8 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.9 | 5.7 | 3.4 | 49% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.42 | 0.50 | 0.49 | 16% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.1% | 2.2% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 10.5% | 7.6% | 6.2% | 1.4× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.5% | 22.5% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 11.2% | 9.0% | 13.8% | 1.2× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.3% | 42.4% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 24.8% | 32.2% | 24.8% | 23% below the state |
Washoe County sits below Nevada on deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and after dark. It runs above Nevada on on snow, slush or ice, morning rush (6–10 am) and in rain, sleet or snow.
ZIP 89509 at a glance: 2.2× yearly fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 89509: 1.8 in 2016–19, 3.8 in 2020–24.
Overview
Washoe County has recorded 1,343 truck crashes since 2015, with 591 people injured and 40 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 3 days.
When crashes happen
August has the most truck crashes, 10.4% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (7.1%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 42.3% of truck crashes, vs 42.4% for Nevada.
By time of day, 3–4 pm stands out with 7.4% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 10.5% of truck crashes, compared with 7.6% in Nevada.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 89509 is I-80, with 8 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. It is followed by E 4th St (2), I-580 (2) and US-395 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
28 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 2.1% share (Nevada: 2.2%).
Garbage-truck crashes peak in January (14% of them).
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 0.0, vs 2.9 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 89509 fleets
- Build extra time into August routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to I-80 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Waste haulers: January is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Washoe County.
- 24.5% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Nevada; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 10.5% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Nevada; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Washoe County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-80 | 8 |
| E 4th St | 2 |
| I-580 | 2 |
| US-395 | 2 |
| Box Canyon Dr | 1 |
| E 5th St | 1 |
| E Greg St | 1 |
| Glendale Ave | 1 |
| I-580N | 1 |
| Mill St | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Washoe County) |
|---|---|
| R2 - I80/Keystone | 16 |
| R2 - I80/Rock | 15 |
| R2 - I80/Sr445 | 15 |
| R2 - I80/Vista | 15 |
| R2 - Ir80/16Mm | 15 |
| R2 - Us395/26Mm | 14 |
| R2 - I80/17Mm | 14 |
| R2 - I80/5Mm | 13 |
ZIP 89509 at a glance
| Population | 35,632 |
| Density | 1,559 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $86,126 |
| Median home value | $700,611 |
| Home ownership | 56% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Washoe 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 | 50 | — | 3.2 |
| 2000s | 64 | +27% | 2.7 |
| 2010s | 83 | +31% | 1.9 |
| 2020s | 120 | +44% | 4.6 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 50 to 120. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 2.2 a year in 2016–19 and 4.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 89509
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 89509?
1,343 truck crashes have been reported in Washoe County since 2015, with 40 deaths and 591 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 89509?
I-80 had 8 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 89509 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 89509?
The worst month is August: 10.4% of truck crashes in Washoe County happen then.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 89509?
Since 2015, Washoe County has reported 28 garbage-truck crashes, or 2.1% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 89509 compare with Nevada?
Per 100,000 residents, Washoe County has 21.9 truck crashes a year; Nevada has 21.8.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 89509?
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.