ZIP 97115 (Dundee, OR) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 97115: 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 |
Yamhill County sits below Oregon 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.
What stands out in ZIP 97115: SR-18 most fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 97115: 5 since 2015.
Overview
Police reported 505 crashes involving commercial trucks in Yamhill County since 2015: 239 people were injured and 25 were killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 9 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in October (11.5% of the year) and are lowest in February (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
Within this area, SR-18 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (5). After it: SR-99W (4), CR-MCKAY Rd Ne (3) and SR-219 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 15 crashes, 3.0% of the total, against 2.0% across Oregon.
Route planning tips for ZIP 97115 fleets
- Build extra time into October routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to SR-18 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 29.7% of truck crashes here, more than Oregon; 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
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 | 5 |
| SR-99W | 4 |
| CR-MCKAY Rd Ne | 3 |
| SR-219 | 2 |
| CR-NE North Valley Rd | 1 |
| CR-NW Westside Rd | 1 |
| CR-OLD St Paul Hwy | 1 |
| Ne Riversdie Dr | 1 |
| SR-99 | 1 |
| Yergen Rd Ne | 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 97115 at a glance
| Population | 3,951 |
| Density | 141 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $117,446 |
| Median home value | $522,919 |
| Home ownership | 87% |
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 |
In the 1990s about 17 truck crashes a year were reported; in the 2020s, about 44. Reporting coverage also changed between these periods. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 1.2 a year in 2016–19 and 2.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 97115
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 97115?
Since 2015, 505 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Yamhill County (239 injured, 25 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 97115?
Since 2015, SR-18 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 97115: 5.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 97115?
October has the most truck crashes in Yamhill County, 11.5% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 97115?
Since 2015, Yamhill County has reported 15 garbage-truck crashes, or 3.0% of its truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 97115 compared with Oregon?
Per 100,000 residents, Yamhill County has 38.7 truck crashes a year; Oregon has 41.0.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 97115?
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.