ZIP 92371 (Phelan, CA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 92371: 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.
What stands out in ZIP 92371: I-15 19 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 92371.
Overview
San Bernardino County has recorded 16,987 truck crashes since 2015, with 7,216 people injured and 617 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly 4 truck crashes every day.
When crashes happen
The worst month is August with 9.1% of truck crashes; the quietest is November at 7.8%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 41.2% of truck crashes, vs 40.2% for 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-15 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (19). It is followed by SR-138 (11), US-395 (3) and SR-18 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 145 of the truck crashes here, or 0.9%, compared with 1.6% in California.
Garbage-truck crashes peak in April (12% of them).
Per 100 crashes, garbage trucks recorded 2.8 deaths compared with 3.7 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 92371 fleets
- Build extra time into August routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Where you can, review stops along I-15; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in April; review collection routes for that month.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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-15 | 19 |
| SR-138 | 11 |
| US-395 | 3 |
| SR-18 | 2 |
| Acorn Drive | 1 |
| CR-PHELAN Rd | 1 |
| CR-PHELAN Road | 1 |
| Escondido Ave | 1 |
| Mariposa Rd | 1 |
| Phelan Rd | 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 92371 at a glance
| Population | 21,580 |
| Density | 63 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $78,986 |
| Median home value | $386,912 |
| Home ownership | 82% |
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. NHTSA counts 35.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 43.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 92371
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 92371?
Since 2015, 16,987 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in San Bernardino County (7,216 injured, 617 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 92371?
I-15 had 19 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 92371 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 92371?
Truck crashes in San Bernardino County peak in August, with 9.1% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 92371?
145 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in San Bernardino County since 2015, 0.9% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 92371 compare with California for truck crashes?
Per 100,000 residents, San Bernardino County has 66.4 truck crashes a year; California has 33.2.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 92371?
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.