ZIP 93270 (Terra Bella, CA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 93270: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Tulare 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
2.3 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 5.2 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Tulare County compares with California
Tulare County against California and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Tulare County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Tulare County | California | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 51.0 | 33.2 | 49.7 | 1.5× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.2 | 3.6 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.45 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.1% | 0.9% | 6.2% | 88% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 26.2% | 23.5% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 5.4% | 6.5% | 13.8% | 17% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 42.4% | 40.2% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 26.4% | 29.1% | 24.8% | 9% below the state |
Tulare County has lower values than California for on snow, slush or ice, in rain, sleet or snow and after dark. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and morning rush (6–10 am).
Tulare County at a glance: 0.1% share of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (California: 0.9%).
Overview
Tulare County has recorded 2,862 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,357 people injured and 142 killed.
That averages about 1 truck crash a day in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
October has the most truck crashes, 9.6% of the yearly total, while July has the fewest (6.9%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 42.4% of truck crashes, against 40.2% across California.
More truck crashes happen at 8–9 am than at any other hour (7.9%).
Road surface: 0.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (California: 0.9%).
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 93270 is SR-65, with 7 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: SR-190 (5), Ave 56 (1) and Avenue 88 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 47 crashes, 1.6% of the total, against 1.6% across California.
Their busiest month is February, with 17% of garbage-truck crashes.
They recorded 2.3 deaths per 100 crashes, against 5.2 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 93270 fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Tulare County.
- Look at alternatives to SR-65 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in February; review collection routes for that month.
- 26.2% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above California; 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 Tulare County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-65 | 7 |
| SR-190 | 5 |
| Ave 56 | 1 |
| Avenue 88 | 1 |
| CR-192 | 1 |
| Plano St | 1 |
| Rd 248 | 1 |
| S Plano St | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Tulare County) |
|---|---|
| SR-99 | 25 |
| Sr-99 N/B | 20 |
| Sr-99 S/B | 12 |
| SR-65 | 7 |
| Road 152 | 6 |
| SR-63 | 6 |
| SR-198 | 5 |
| SR-137 | 4 |
ZIP 93270 at a glance
| Population | 5,482 |
| Density | 31 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $67,136 |
| Median home value | $308,001 |
| Home ownership | 68% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Tulare 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 | 4 | — | 11.0 |
| 2000s | 140 | +3402% | 11.1 |
| 2010s | 198 | +42% | 8.8 |
| 2020s | 262 | +32% | 10.0 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 4 to 262. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 8.0 a year in 2016–19, 10.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 93270
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 93270?
Since 2015, 2,862 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Tulare County (1,357 injured, 142 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 93270?
Since 2015, SR-65 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 93270: 7.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 93270?
October has the most truck crashes in Tulare County, 9.6% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 93270?
Since 2015, Tulare County has reported 47 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.6% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 93270 compared with California?
Per 100,000 residents, Tulare County has 51.0 truck crashes a year; California has 33.2.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 93270?
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.