ZIP 98592 (Union, WA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 98592: 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 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.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 32 days.
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
Within this area, US-101 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (2). After it: CR-E North Island Dr (1), CR-E Pickering Rd (1) and SR-3 (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
2 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.5% share (Washington: 2.2%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 98592 fleets
- Build extra time into October routes: it has the most truck crashes here.
- Look at alternatives to US-101 at busy times: it leads this area in fatal truck crashes.
- The morning rush (6–10 am) holds 29.4% 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 Mason County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-101 | 2 |
| CR-E North Island Dr | 1 |
| CR-E Pickering Rd | 1 |
| SR-3 | 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 98592 at a glance
| Population | 2,059 |
| Density | 45 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $138,370 |
| Median home value | $507,403 |
| Home ownership | 83% |
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 98592
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 98592?
Since 2015, 135 crashes involving commercial trucks were reported in Mason County (34 injured, 11 killed).
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 98592?
Since 2015, US-101 has had the most fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 98592: 2.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 98592?
October has the most truck crashes in Mason County, 13.3% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 98592?
Since 2015, Mason County has reported 2 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.5% of its truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 98592 compare with Washington?
Per 100,000 residents, Mason County has 16.5 truck crashes a year; Washington has 25.8.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 98592?
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.