ZIP 98674 (Woodland, WA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 98674: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Cowlitz 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
13 of 597 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Cowlitz County compares with Washington
Cowlitz County against Washington and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Cowlitz County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Cowlitz County | Washington | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 44.8 | 25.8 | 49.7 | 1.7× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 2.5 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 26% below the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.17 | 0.18 | 0.49 | same |
| Garbage-truck share | 2.3% | 2.2% | 2.3% | same |
| On snow, slush or ice | 9.2% | 9.7% | 6.2% | same |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 24.6% | 24.8% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 29.0% | 20.2% | 13.8% | 1.4× the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 45.0% | 43.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 32.2% | 25.2% | 24.8% | 1.3× the state |
Cowlitz County sits below Washington on deaths per 100 crashes. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, in rain, sleet or snow and after dark.
The headline for ZIP 98674: I-5 deadliest road: 4 fatal truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 98674 since 2015.
Overview
Police reported 597 crashes involving commercial trucks in Cowlitz County since 2015: 109 people were injured and 14 were killed.
Across the years with complete reporting, that is roughly one truck crash every 7 days.
When crashes happen
The worst month is May with 10.7% of truck crashes; the quietest is August at 6.5%.
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 45.0% of truck crashes, vs 43.8% for Washington.
The busiest hour is 10–11 am, with 7.5% of truck crashes.
Snow, slush or ice was on the road in 9.2% of truck crashes, compared with 9.7% in Washington.
Where crashes happen
Within this area, I-5 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (4). Next come CR-KALAMA River Rd (1), CR-NE 259Th St (1) and CR-NE 82Nd Ave (1).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage trucks account for 13 of the truck crashes here, or 2.2%, compared with 2.2% in Washington.
Route planning tips for ZIP 98674 fleets
- Review driver schedules for May, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Where you can, review stops along I-5; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- Check your own stops for crash hotspots and low bridges with the free Route Planner.
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 Cowlitz County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| I-5 | 4 |
| CR-KALAMA River Rd | 1 |
| CR-NE 259Th St | 1 |
| CR-NE 82Nd Ave | 1 |
| CR-NE Cedar Creek Rd | 1 |
| CR-NW Pacific Hwy | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Cowlitz County) |
|---|---|
| Industrial Way | 8 |
| Sr-432*010.00 | 6 |
| 3Rd Ave Blk 500 | 4 |
| I-5 Mp 054.10 | 3 |
| Sr-432*004.40 | 3 |
| Sr-432*004.50 | 3 |
| Sr-433*001.00 | 3 |
| Tennant Way Blk 600 | 3 |
ZIP 98674 at a glance
| Population | 17,525 |
| Density | 78 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $94,245 |
| Median home value | $536,005 |
| Home ownership | 73% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Cowlitz 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 | 26 | — | 1.2 |
| 2000s | 37 | +40% | 0.5 |
| 2010s | 43 | +18% | 0.9 |
| 2020s | 56 | +29% | 1.0 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 26 to 56. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal large-truck crashes: 1.5 a year in 2016–19, 1.0 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 98674
How many truck accidents are there in ZIP 98674?
597 truck crashes have been reported in Cowlitz County since 2015, with 14 deaths and 109 injuries.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 98674?
I-5 had 4 fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 98674 since 2015, more than any other road.
When do most truck crashes happen in ZIP 98674?
May has the most truck crashes in Cowlitz County, 10.7% of the yearly total.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 98674?
13 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Cowlitz County since 2015, 2.2% of all truck crashes.
How does ZIP 98674 compare with Washington for truck crashes?
Cowlitz County records 44.8 truck crashes per 100,000 residents a year, against 25.8 across Washington.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 98674?
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.