ZIP 94609 (Oakland, CA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 94609: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Alameda 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
2.5 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 1.9 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Alameda County compares with California
Alameda County against California and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Alameda County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Alameda County | California | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 34.0 | 33.2 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 1.9 | 3.6 | 3.4 | 47% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.41 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.3% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 20% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.1% | 0.9% | 6.2% | 84% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 25.5% | 23.5% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 6.5% | 6.5% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 40.4% | 40.2% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 25.9% | 29.1% | 24.8% | 11% below the state |
Compared with California, Alameda County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. It stands out for higher morning rush (6–10 am).
Alameda County at a glance: 0.1% on snowy, slushy or icy roads, against 0.9% across California.
Overview
Alameda County has recorded 6,377 truck crashes since 2015, with 2,661 people injured and 121 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly 2 truck crashes every day.
When crashes happen
August has the most truck crashes, 9.3% of the yearly total, while November has the fewest (7.7%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 40.4% of truck crashes, against 40.2% across California.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 6.7% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 0.1% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (California: 0.9%).
Where crashes happen
I-80 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 94609 with 15 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come I-880 (8), US-101 (2) and 16th St (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 82 of the truck crashes here, or 1.3%, compared with 1.6% in California.
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in February (11%).
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 2.5, vs 1.9 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 94609 fleets
- Review driver schedules for August, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Look at alternatives to I-80 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Waste haulers: February is the peak month for garbage-truck crashes in Alameda County.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 25.5% of truck crashes here, more than California; adjust start times where you can.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
Crash counts come from the FMCSA crash file (police-reported crashes involving trucks over 10,000 lb); fatal-crash locations come from NHTSA FARS. Text on this page states only what these numbers show.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Alameda County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-80 | 15 |
| I-880 | 8 |
| US-101 | 2 |
| 16th St | 1 |
| 5th Street | 1 |
| 7th St | 1 |
| Bancroft Way | 1 |
| Brannan St | 1 |
| College Ave | 1 |
| Cutting Blvd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Alameda County) |
|---|---|
| I-580 | 55 |
| I-680 | 26 |
| I-880 | 22 |
| 7Th St/Frontage Rd | 9 |
| Rt680/.5M N Sheridan Rd | 8 |
| Rt580/1M W North Flynn Rd | 7 |
| Rt580/1M W Grant Line Rd | 5 |
| Rt580/.5M E Schaefer Ranch Rd | 5 |
ZIP 94609 at a glance
| Population | 23,928 |
| Density | 5,548 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $107,834 |
| Median home value | $1,210,171 |
| Home ownership | 33% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Alameda 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 | — | — | 9.8 |
| 2000s | 363 | — | 8.9 |
| 2010s | 506 | +39% | 6.9 |
| 2020s | 520 | +3% | 6.6 |
From the 2000s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 363 to 520. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 8.5 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 6.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 94609
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 94609?
6,377 truck crashes have been reported in Alameda County since 2015, with 121 deaths and 2,661 injuries.
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 94609?
I-80 had 15 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 94609 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 94609?
August has the most truck crashes in Alameda County, 9.3% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 94609?
Garbage trucks were involved in 82 reported crashes in Alameda County since 2015 (1.3% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 94609 compare with California?
Alameda County records 34.0 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 33.2 across California.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 94609?
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.