ZIP 98588 (Tahuya, WA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 98588: 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 sits below Washington on 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).
What stands out in Mason County: 8.7 people killed per 100 truck crashes (Washington: 3.4).
Overview
Mason County has recorded 135 truck crashes since 2015, with 34 people injured and 11 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%).
November through March accounts for 45.2% of truck crashes here, compared with 43.8% in Washington.
The busiest hour is 11 am–12 pm, with 11.1% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 8.7% of truck crashes, compared with 9.7% in Washington.
Where crashes happen
Since 2015, fatal crashes with a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 98588 happened on CR-NE Belfair Tahuya Rd (2), SR-300 (1) and US-101 (1); no road leads clearly.
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 98588 fleets
- Plan October schedules with more margin; it is the worst month for truck crashes in Mason County.
- 29.4% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Washington; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- 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 |
| SR-300 | 1 |
| US-101 | 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 98588 at a glance
| Population | 2,114 |
| Density | 18 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $61,975 |
| Median home value | $304,709 |
| Home ownership | 91% |
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 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 9 a year in the 1990s and 12 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 0.8 a year in 2016–19 and 1.6 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 98588
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 98588?
Since 2015, 135 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Mason County (34 injured, 11 killed).
Which month has the most truck crashes in ZIP 98588?
Truck crashes in Mason County peak in October, with 13.3% of the year's crashes.
How many garbage truck crashes are there in ZIP 98588?
2 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Mason County since 2015, 1.5% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 98588 compare with Washington for truck crashes?
Mason County records 16.5 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 25.8 across Washington.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 98588?
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.