ZIP 98524 (Allyn, WA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 98524: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Mason 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
2 of 135 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Mason County compares with Washington
Mason County against Washington and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Mason County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Mason County | Washington | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 16.5 | 25.8 | 49.7 | 36% below the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 8.7 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 2.6× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.25 | 0.18 | 0.49 | 1.4× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.6% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 27% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 8.7% | 9.7% | 6.2% | 10% below the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 29.4% | 24.8% | 23.7% | 1.2× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 20.6% | 20.2% | 13.8% | same |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 45.2% | 43.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 17.5% | 25.2% | 24.8% | 31% below the state |
Mason County has lower values than Washington for crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. It stands out for higher deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and morning rush (6–10 am).
The headline for Mason County: 8.7 deaths per 100 truck crashes, vs 3.4 in Washington.
Overview
Police reported 135 crashes involving commercial trucks in Mason County since 2015: 34 people were injured and 11 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 32 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is October with 13.3% of truck crashes; the quietest is May at 3.7%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 45.2% of truck crashes, vs 43.8% for Washington.
The busiest hour is 11 am–12 pm, with 11.1% of truck crashes.
8.7% 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 98524 is CR-NE Belfair Tahuya Rd, with 2 fatal large-truck crashes since 2015. Next come CR-118TH Ave Nw (1), CR-E North Island Dr (1) and CR-E Pickering Rd (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
2 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.5% share (Washington: 2.2%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 98524 fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Mason County.
- Look at alternatives to CR-NE Belfair Tahuya Rd at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- Morning starts matter: 29.4% of truck crashes fall between 6 and 10 am, higher than Washington.
- Use the free Route Planner to score your route and spot low bridges before drivers head out.
About the data
Crash counts come from the FMCSA crash file (police-reported crashes involving trucks over 10,000 lb); fatal-crash locations come from NHTSA FARS. Text on this page states only what these numbers show.
Truck crashes by year: all trucks vs garbage trucks
Seasonality: when trucks crash in Mason County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| CR-NE Belfair Tahuya Rd | 2 |
| CR-118TH Ave Nw | 1 |
| CR-E North Island Dr | 1 |
| CR-E Pickering Rd | 1 |
| CR-KEY Peninsula Hwy Nw | 1 |
| SR-3 | 1 |
| SR-300 | 1 |
| SR-302 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Mason County) |
|---|---|
| Sr-101*329.00 | 3 |
| Sr-101*341.43 | 3 |
| Johns Prairie Rd Blk 1300 | 2 |
| Sr-101*319.70 | 2 |
| Sr-101*327.00 | 2 |
| Sr-101*332.00 | 2 |
| Sr-101*335.00 | 2 |
| Sr-101*340.00 | 2 |
ZIP 98524 at a glance
| Population | 4,300 |
| Density | 203 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $99,483 |
| Median home value | $526,060 |
| Home ownership | 95% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Mason 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 | 9 | — | 0.6 |
| 2000s | 9 | -2% | 1.0 |
| 2010s | 11 | +20% | 0.9 |
| 2020s | 12 | +16% | 1.6 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 9 to 12. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. NHTSA counts 0.8 fatal large-truck crashes a year in 2016–19 and 1.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 98524
How many truck crashes happen in ZIP 98524?
135 truck crashes have been reported in Mason County since 2015, with 11 deaths and 34 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 98524?
NHTSA data shows CR-NE Belfair Tahuya Rd with 2 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 98524 since 2015, the highest of any road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 98524?
October has the most truck crashes in Mason County, 13.3% of the yearly total.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 98524?
Since 2015, Mason County has reported 2 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.5% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 98524 compare with Washington?
Mason County records 16.5 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 25.8 across Washington.
How can I plan a safer truck route in ZIP 98524?
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.