ZIP 97844 (Irrigon, OR) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 97844: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Morrow 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
1 of 211 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Morrow County compares with Oregon
Morrow County against Oregon and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Morrow County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Morrow County | Oregon | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 147.8 | 41.0 | 49.7 | 3.6× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.5 | 3.9 | 3.4 | 36% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.37 | 0.35 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 0.5% | 2.0% | 2.3% | 75% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 20.4% | 13.3% | 6.2% | 1.5× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 27.4% | 24.2% | 23.7% | 1.1× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 19.4% | 18.8% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 51.7% | 45.1% | 41.9% | 1.1× the state |
| After dark | 42.8% | 25.3% | 24.8% | 1.7× the state |
Compared with Oregon, Morrow County is lower on deaths per 100 crashes and garbage-truck share. It runs above Oregon on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am).
Morrow County at a glance: February the month with the most truck crashes: 18.0% of the year's total.
Overview
Since 2015, 211 crashes involving commercial trucks have been reported in Morrow County. They injured 79 people and killed 5.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 20 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is February with 18.0% of truck crashes; the quietest is April at 5.2%.
The five winter months (November to March) hold 51.7% of truck crashes, against 45.1% across Oregon.
By time of day, 6–7 am stands out with 8.5% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 20.4% of truck crashes, compared with 13.3% in Oregon.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 97844 is SR-14, with 5 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. Next come I-84 (2), US-730 (2) and I-82 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 1 of the truck crashes here, or 0.5%, compared with 2.0% in Oregon.
Route planning tips for ZIP 97844 fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Morrow County.
- Where you can, review stops along SR-14; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 27.4% of truck crashes here, more than Oregon; adjust start times where you can.
- 20.4% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice, above Oregon; plan winter equipment checks before the season.
- 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 Morrow County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-14 | 5 |
| I-84 | 2 |
| US-730 | 2 |
| I-82 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Morrow County) |
|---|---|
| I-84 .46 E Tower Rd On Ramp | 3 |
| I-84 .86 E Boardman Rest Area Exit | 3 |
| I-84 2.55 E Patterson Ferry Rd On Ramp | 3 |
| I-84 2.65 E Paterson Ferry Rd Exit | 3 |
| I-84 3.00 E Marty Myers Rd On Ramp | 3 |
| Columbia Ave .14 E Ullman Blvd | 2 |
| Hwy 74 & Meadow Brook Rd | 2 |
| I-84 & Boardman Rest Area On Ramp | 2 |
ZIP 97844 at a glance
| Population | 3,701 |
| Density | 43 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $76,090 |
| Median home value | $230,944 |
| Home ownership | 87% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Morrow 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 | 6 | — | 0.8 |
| 2000s | 6 | -3% | 0.3 |
| 2010s | 14 | +139% | 0.4 |
| 2020s | 18 | +36% | 0.4 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 6 a year in the 1990s and 18 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.5 a year in 2016–19 and 0.4 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 97844
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 97844?
Since 2015, 211 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Morrow County (79 injured, 5 killed).
Which road has the most fatal truck crashes in ZIP 97844?
SR-14 had 5 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 97844 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 97844?
The worst month is February: 18.0% of truck crashes in Morrow County happen then.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 97844?
1 crash involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Morrow County since 2015, 0.5% of all truck crashes.
What is the truck crash rate in ZIP 97844 compared with Oregon?
The yearly rate is 147.8 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Morrow County, vs 41.0 for Oregon.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 97844?
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.