ZIP 98546 (Grapeview, WA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 98546: 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 |
Compared with Washington, Mason County is lower on crashes per 100k residents / yr, garbage-truck share and on snow, slush or ice. Where it is higher: deaths per 100 crashes, injuries per crash and morning rush (6–10 am).
What stands out in Mason County: 8.7 people killed per 100 truck crashes (Washington: 3.4).
Overview
Police reported 135 crashes involving commercial trucks in Mason County since 2015: 34 people were injured and 11 were killed.
That averages about one truck crash every 32 days in fully reported years.
When crashes happen
October has the most truck crashes, 13.3% of the yearly total, while May has the fewest (3.7%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 45.2% of truck crashes, against 43.8% across Washington.
More truck crashes happen at 11 am–12 pm than at any other hour (11.1%).
8.7% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 9.7% across Washington.
Where crashes happen
CR-NE Belfair Tahuya Rd leads within 10 miles of ZIP 98546 with 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015. It is followed by CR-E North Island Dr (1), CR-E Pickering Rd (1) and CR-KEY Peninsula Hwy Nw (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 2 crashes, 1.5% of the total, against 2.2% across Washington.
Route planning tips for ZIP 98546 fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Mason County.
- Where you can, review stops along CR-NE Belfair Tahuya Rd; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 29.4% of truck crashes here, more than Washington; 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 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-E North Island Dr | 1 |
| CR-E Pickering Rd | 1 |
| CR-KEY Peninsula Hwy Nw | 1 |
| SR-3 | 1 |
| SR-300 | 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 98546 at a glance
| Population | 2,430 |
| Density | 27 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $97,159 |
| Median home value | $497,344 |
| Home ownership | 94% |
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. Fatal large-truck crashes: 0.8 a year in 2016–19, 1.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 98546
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 98546?
Mason County has had 135 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 34 people and killing 11.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 98546?
CR-NE Belfair Tahuya Rd had 2 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 98546 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 98546?
Truck crashes in Mason County peak in October, with 13.3% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 98546?
Garbage trucks were involved in 2 reported crashes in Mason County since 2015 (1.5% of truck crashes).
How does ZIP 98546 compare with Washington for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 16.5 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Mason County, vs 25.8 for Washington.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 98546?
The free Route Planner takes your stops and returns a route risk score, safer alternatives and low-bridge warnings.
2026 is a partial year. Updated October 2026.