ZIP 95382 (Turlock, CA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 95382: 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 stands out for higher crashes per 100k residents / yr and deaths per 100 crashes.
The headline for ZIP 95382: 2.1× fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 95382 per year, 2020–24 vs 2016–19 (4.8 vs 2.2).
Overview
Stanislaus County has recorded 2,777 truck crashes since 2015, with 1,318 people injured and 135 killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 2 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is October with 10.1% of truck crashes; the quietest is February at 6.3%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 37.8% of truck crashes, against 40.2% across California.
By time of day, 7–8 am stands out with 7.6% of truck crashes.
Road surface: 0.2% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (California: 0.9%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, SR-99 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (13). Next come Bradbury Rd (2), 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%).
Deaths per 100 garbage-truck crashes: 5.0, vs 4.9 for all truck crashes.
Route planning tips for ZIP 95382 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
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 Stanislaus County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-99 | 13 |
| Bradbury Rd | 2 |
| Finch Rd | 2 |
| Hatch Rd | 2 |
| Lander Ave | 2 |
| Crows Landing Rd | 1 |
| E Hatch Rd | 1 |
| E Keyes Rd | 1 |
| East Harding Rd | 1 |
| Foote 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 95382 at a glance
| Population | 39,083 |
| Density | 1,379 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $95,282 |
| Median home value | $491,570 |
| Home ownership | 63% |
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 |
In the 2000s about 166 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 256. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 6.5 a year in 2016–19 and 12.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 95382
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 95382?
2,777 truck crashes have been reported in Stanislaus County since 2015, with 135 deaths and 1,318 injuries.
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 95382?
NHTSA data shows SR-99 with 13 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 95382 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 95382?
The worst month is October: 10.1% of truck crashes in Stanislaus County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 95382?
Garbage trucks were involved in 40 reported crashes in Stanislaus County since 2015 (1.4% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 95382 compare with California for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 43.6 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Stanislaus County, vs 33.2 for California.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 95382?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.