ZIP 92359 (Mentone, CA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 92359: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in San Bernardino 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
2.8 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 3.7 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How San Bernardino County compares with California
San Bernardino County against California and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where San Bernardino County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | San Bernardino County | California | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 66.4 | 33.2 | 49.7 | 2.0× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.7 | 3.6 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.42 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.9% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 47% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.6% | 0.9% | 6.2% | 39% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 19.9% | 23.5% | 23.7% | 15% below the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 5.4% | 6.5% | 13.8% | 17% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.2% | 40.2% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 36.8% | 29.1% | 24.8% | 1.3× the state |
San Bernardino County has lower values than California for garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am). It runs above California on crashes per 100k residents / yr and after dark.
The headline for ZIP 92359: I-10 5 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 92359.
Overview
San Bernardino County has recorded 16,987 truck crashes since 2015, with 7,216 people injured and 617 killed.
That averages about 4 truck crashes a day in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
August has the most truck crashes, 9.1% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (7.8%).
November through March accounts for 41.2% of truck crashes here, compared with 40.2% in California.
By time of day, 2–3 pm stands out with 5.4% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.6% of truck crashes, compared with 0.9% in California.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-10 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (5). It is followed by SR-330 (3), SR-18 (2) and SR-60 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
145 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 0.9% share (California: 1.6%).
Garbage-truck crashes peak in April (12% of them).
They recorded 2.8 deaths per 100 crashes, against 3.7 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 92359 fleets
- Plan August schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in San Bernardino County.
- Look at alternatives to I-10 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in April; review collection routes for that month.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 San Bernardino County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-10 | 5 |
| SR-330 | 3 |
| SR-18 | 2 |
| SR-60 | 2 |
| 5th St | 1 |
| CR-REDLANDS Blvd | 1 |
| Calimesa Blvd | 1 |
| E 5th St | 1 |
| E Central Ave | 1 |
| I-5 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (San Bernardino County) |
|---|---|
| I-15 | 67 |
| I-40 | 35 |
| I-10 W/B (San Bernardino Fwy) | 29 |
| I-10 E/B (San Bernardino Fwy) | 27 |
| Sr-60 E/B (Pomona Fwy) | 19 |
| I-10 | 16 |
| US-395 | 14 |
| I-15 N/B (Ontario Fwy) | 14 |
ZIP 92359 at a glance
| Population | 9,284 |
| Density | 187 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $77,846 |
| Median home value | $425,415 |
| Home ownership | 70% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in San Bernardino 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 | 6 | — | 32.0 |
| 2000s | 850 | +14065% | 34.8 |
| 2010s | 1,161 | +37% | 30.6 |
| 2020s | 1,571 | +35% | 43.4 |
In the 1990s about 6 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 1,571. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 35.8 a year in 2016–19, 43.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 92359
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 92359?
San Bernardino County has had 16,987 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 7,216 people and killing 617.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 92359?
NHTSA data shows I-10 with 5 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 92359 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 92359?
The worst month is August: 9.1% of truck crashes in San Bernardino County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 92359?
Garbage trucks were involved in 145 reported crashes in San Bernardino County since 2015 (0.9% of truck crashes).
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 92359 compared with California?
The yearly rate is 66.4 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in San Bernardino County, vs 33.2 for California.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 92359?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.