ZIP 95228 (Copperopolis, CA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 95228: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Calaveras 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
7 of 194 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Calaveras County compares with California
Calaveras County against California and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Calaveras County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Calaveras County | California | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 35.4 | 33.2 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 7.2 | 3.6 | 3.4 | 2.0× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.43 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.9% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 2.4× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.8% | 0.9% | 6.2% | 3.0× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 31.5% | 23.5% | 23.7% | 1.3× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 5.5% | 6.5% | 13.8% | 15% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 34.2% | 40.2% | 41.9% | 15% below the state |
| After dark | 14.9% | 29.1% | 24.8% | 49% below the state |
Calaveras County has lower values than California for in rain, sleet or snow, winter months (nov–mar) and after dark. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice.
The headline for Calaveras County: 2.8% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 0.9% in California.
Overview
Police reported 194 crashes involving commercial trucks in Calaveras County since 2015: 85 people were injured and 13 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 22 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is July with 12.4% of truck crashes; the quietest is March at 4.1%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 34.2% of truck crashes, against 40.2% across California.
By time of day, 9–10 am stands out with 9.8% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 2.8% of truck crashes, compared with 0.9% in California.
Where crashes happen
SR-108 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 95228 with 3 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. Next come SR-120 (2) and SR-4 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
7 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 3.6% share (California: 1.6%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 95228 fleets
- Plan July schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Calaveras County.
- Look at alternatives to SR-108 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 31.5% of truck crashes here, more than California; adjust start times where you can.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 2.8% of truck crashes here, more than California; schedule winter checks early.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Calaveras County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-108 | 3 |
| SR-120 | 2 |
| SR-4 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Calaveras County) |
|---|---|
| SR-49 | 5 |
| Rt49/1.3M S Red Hill Rd | 3 |
| Mountain Ranch Rd/.4M E Rocky Rd | 2 |
| Rt12/Burson Rd | 2 |
| Rt26/ Rt49 | 2 |
| Rt26/Silver Rapids Rd | 2 |
| Rt49/Pool Station Rd | 2 |
| Sr4/.2M E Vallecito Rd | 2 |
ZIP 95228 at a glance
| Population | 4,611 |
| Density | 20 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $107,899 |
| Median home value | $487,329 |
| Home ownership | 85% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Calaveras 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 | — | — | 0.3 |
| 2000s | 15 | — | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 14 | -6% | 1.1 |
| 2020s | 14 | +4% | 0.2 |
In the 2000s about 15 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 14. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal large-truck crashes: 2.2 a year in 2016–19, 0.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 95228
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 95228?
Since 2015, 194 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Calaveras County (85 injured, 13 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 95228?
NHTSA data shows SR-108 with 3 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 95228 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 95228?
Truck crashes in Calaveras County peak in July, with 12.4% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 95228?
Since 2015, Calaveras County has reported 7 garbage-truck crashes, or 3.6% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 95228 compare with California for truck crashes?
Calaveras County records 35.4 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 33.2 across California.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 95228?
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.