ZIP 97101 (Amity, OR) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 97101: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Yamhill 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
15 of 505 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Yamhill County compares with Oregon
Yamhill County against Oregon and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Yamhill County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Yamhill County | Oregon | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 38.7 | 41.0 | 49.7 | same |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 4.4 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 1.1× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.49 | 0.35 | 0.49 | 1.4× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.3% | 1.5× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 2.8% | 13.3% | 6.2% | 79% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 29.7% | 24.2% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 10.4% | 18.8% | 13.8% | 45% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 37.7% | 45.1% | 41.9% | 16% below the state |
| After dark | 14.0% | 25.3% | 24.8% | 45% below the state |
Compared with Oregon, Yamhill County is lower on on snow, slush or ice, in rain, sleet or snow and winter months (nov–mar). It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and garbage-truck share.
The headline for ZIP 97101: SR-18 deadliest road: 6 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 97101 since 2015.
Overview
Police reported 505 crashes involving commercial trucks in Yamhill County since 2015: 239 people were injured and 25 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 9 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is October with 11.5% of truck crashes; the quietest is February at 5.7%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 37.7% of truck crashes, vs 45.1% for Oregon.
By time of day, 1–2 pm stands out with 10.1% of truck crashes.
2.8% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 13.3% across Oregon.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 97101 is SR-18, with 6 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: SR-22W (2), SR-99 (2) and SR-99W (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
15 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 3.0% share (Oregon: 2.0%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 97101 fleets
- Review driver schedules for October, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Check whether your routes use SR-18, the road with the most fatal truck crashes in this area.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 29.7% of truck crashes here, more than Oregon; adjust start times where you can.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Yamhill County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-18 | 6 |
| SR-22W | 2 |
| SR-99 | 2 |
| SR-99W | 2 |
| Ne Riversdie Dr | 1 |
| SR-154 | 1 |
| SR-22 | 1 |
| SR-221 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Yamhill County) |
|---|---|
| Hwy 18 & Hwy 154 | 7 |
| Hwy 99W & Hwy 18 | 4 |
| Hwy 99W & Hwy 47 | 4 |
| Hwy 18 & Durham Ln | 3 |
| Hwy 18 & Red Prairie Rd | 3 |
| Hwy 18 & Se Cruickshank Rd | 3 |
| Hwy 47 & Flett Rd | 3 |
| E Hancock & N Main | 2 |
ZIP 97101 at a glance
| Population | 3,914 |
| Density | 30 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $99,837 |
| Median home value | $578,923 |
| Home ownership | 74% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Yamhill 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 | 17 | — | 1.2 |
| 2000s | 29 | +75% | 1.4 |
| 2010s | 33 | +15% | 1.0 |
| 2020s | 44 | +32% | 2.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 17 a year in the 1990s and 44 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.2 a year in 2016–19, 2.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 97101
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 97101?
Since 2015, 505 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Yamhill County (239 injured, 25 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 97101?
Since 2015, SR-18 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 97101: 6.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 97101?
Truck crashes in Yamhill County peak in October, with 11.5% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 97101?
Garbage trucks were involved in 15 reported crashes in Yamhill County since 2015 (3.0% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 97101 compare with Oregon?
The yearly rate is 38.7 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Yamhill County, vs 41.0 for Oregon.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 97101?
Paste your stops into the free CurbWaste Route Planner: it scores your route against fatal-crash locations, suggests safer alternatives and flags low bridges.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.