ZIP 98277 (Oak Harbor, WA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 98277: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Island 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
3 of 66 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Island County compares with Washington
Island County against Washington and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Island County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Island County | Washington | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 6.2 | 25.8 | 49.7 | 76% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.1 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.5× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.19 | 0.18 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 5.1% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 2.3× the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 5.1% | 9.7% | 6.2% | 48% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 28.8% | 24.8% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 17.0% | 20.2% | 13.8% | 16% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 44.1% | 43.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 15.2% | 25.2% | 24.8% | 39% below the state |
Compared with Washington, Island County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and in rain, sleet or snow. It runs above Washington on deaths per 100 crashes, garbage-truck share and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for Island County: 1 in 20 of truck crashes here involve garbage trucks: 5.1%, vs 2.2% in Washington.
Overview
Police reported 66 crashes involving commercial trucks in Island County since 2015: 12 people were injured and 4 were killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 68 days.
When crashes happen
February has the most truck crashes, 15.2% of the yearly total, while June has the fewest (3.0%).
November through March accounts for 44.1% of truck crashes here, compared with 43.8% in Washington.
By time of day, 11 am–12 pm stands out with 15.2% of truck crashes.
5.1% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 9.7% across Washington.
Where crashes happen
The deadliest road for trucks within 10 miles of ZIP 98277 is SR-20, with 4 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. After it: CR-AULT Field Rd (1) and CR-W Crescent Harbor Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 3 of the truck crashes here, or 4.5%, compared with 2.2% in Washington.
Route planning tips for ZIP 98277 fleets
- Plan February schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Island County.
- Look at alternatives to SR-20 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 28.8% of truck crashes here, more than Washington; adjust start times where you can.
- Paste your stops into the free Route Planner to see the risk score, safer alternatives and low bridges.
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 Island County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| SR-20 | 4 |
| CR-AULT Field Rd | 1 |
| CR-W Crescent Harbor Rd | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Island County) |
|---|---|
| Sr-525 Mp 018.00 | 2 |
| 8Th Ave/Puffin St | 1 |
| Ault Field Rd/Goldie Rd | 1 |
| Deer Lake Rd Blk 4388 | 1 |
| E Sleeper Rd Blk 380 | 1 |
| East Camano Rd/Camano Hill Rd | 1 |
| Elger Bay Rd Blk 1990 | 1 |
| Ewing Rd Blk 3470 | 1 |
ZIP 98277 at a glance
| Population | 40,917 |
| Density | 276 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $83,253 |
| Median home value | $499,374 |
| Home ownership | 60% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Island 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 | 4 | — | 0.5 |
| 2000s | 4 | +29% | 0.4 |
| 2010s | 4 | -7% | 0.3 |
| 2020s | 6 | +31% | 0.8 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 4 a year in the 1990s and 6 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.2 a year in 2016–19, 0.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 98277
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 98277?
Since 2015, 66 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Island County (12 injured, 4 killed).
What is the most dangerous road for trucks in ZIP 98277?
SR-20 had 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 98277 since 2015, more than any other road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 98277?
Truck crashes in Island County peak in February, with 15.2% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 98277?
Garbage trucks were involved in 3 reported crashes in Island County since 2015 (4.5% of truck crashes).
How do truck crashes in ZIP 98277 compare with Washington?
The yearly rate is 6.2 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Island County, vs 25.8 for Washington.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 98277?
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.