ZIP 95326 (Hughson, CA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 95326: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Stanislaus 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
5.0 deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes vs 4.9 for all trucks.
Deadliest roads
How Stanislaus County compares with California
Stanislaus County against California and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Stanislaus County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Stanislaus County | California | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 43.6 | 33.2 | 49.7 | 1.3× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.9 | 3.6 | 3.4 | 1.4× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.47 | 0.44 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.5% | 1.6% | 2.3% | 9% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 0.2% | 0.9% | 6.2% | 80% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.3% | 23.5% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 4.6% | 6.5% | 13.8% | 29% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 37.8% | 40.2% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 29.4% | 29.1% | 24.8% | same |
Stanislaus County sits below California on garbage-truck share, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. It runs above California on crashes per 100k residents / yr and deaths per 100 crashes.
ZIP 95326 at a glance: 1.9× change in fatal truck crashes a year within 10 miles of ZIP 95326 (3.0 → 5.6).
Overview
Stanislaus County has recorded 2,777 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,318 people injured and 135 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 2 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in October (10.1% of the year) and are lowest in February (6.3%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 37.8% of truck crashes, vs 40.2% for California.
By time of day, 7–8 am stands out with 7.6% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 0.2% of truck crashes, compared with 0.9% in California.
Where crashes happen
SR-99 leads within 10 miles of ZIP 95326 with 13 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. After it: SR-132 (5), Finch Rd (2) and Hatch Rd (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 40 crashes, 1.4% of the total, against 1.6% across California.
The most garbage-truck crashes happen in April (15%).
They recorded 5.0 deaths per 100 crashes, against 4.9 for all trucks.
Route planning tips for ZIP 95326 fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Stanislaus County.
- Where you can, review stops along SR-99; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Garbage-truck crashes here peak in April; review collection routes for that month.
- 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 Stanislaus County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-99 | 13 |
| SR-132 | 5 |
| Finch Rd | 2 |
| Hatch Rd | 2 |
| Lander Ave | 2 |
| 6th St | 1 |
| Bradbury Rd | 1 |
| CR-MILNES Rd | 1 |
| Crows Landing Rd | 1 |
| E Hatch Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Stanislaus County) |
|---|---|
| Sr-99 N/B | 15 |
| SR-99 | 13 |
| I-5 | 12 |
| SR-132 | 10 |
| Mitchell Rd | 7 |
| State Route 99 (Southbound) | 5 |
| Sr132/Paradise Rd | 5 |
| SR-33 | 5 |
ZIP 95326 at a glance
| Population | 10,593 |
| Density | 154 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $87,500 |
| Median home value | $533,470 |
| Home ownership | 60% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Stanislaus 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 | — | — | 7.3 |
| 2000s | 166 | — | 9.2 |
| 2010s | 199 | +20% | 5.9 |
| 2020s | 256 | +29% | 12.0 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 166 a year in the 2000s and 256 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 6.5 a year in 2016–19, 12.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 95326
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 95326?
2,777 truck crashes have been reported in Stanislaus County since 2015, with 135 deaths and 1,318 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 95326?
NHTSA data shows SR-99 with 13 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 95326 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 95326?
Truck crashes in Stanislaus County peak in October, with 10.1% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 95326?
Since 2015, Stanislaus County has reported 40 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.4% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 95326 compare with California for truck crashes?
Stanislaus County records 43.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 33.2 across California.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 95326?
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.