ZIP 98953 (Zillah, WA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 98953: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Yakima 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
16 of 1,097 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Yakima County compares with Washington
Yakima County against Washington and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Yakima County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Yakima County | Washington | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 36.6 | 25.8 | 49.7 | 1.4× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 5.5 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 1.6× the state |
| Injuries per crash | 0.22 | 0.18 | 0.49 | 1.2× the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.5% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 30% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 12.8% | 9.7% | 6.2% | 1.3× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 23.5% | 24.8% | 23.7% | same |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 10.9% | 20.2% | 13.8% | 46% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.1% | 43.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 24.1% | 25.2% | 24.8% | same |
Compared with Washington, Yakima County is lower on garbage-truck share and in rain, sleet or snow. Where it is higher: crashes per 100k residents / yr, deaths per 100 crashes and injuries per crash.
ZIP 98953 at a glance: US-97 6 fatal truck crashes since 2015, more than any other road within 10 miles of ZIP 98953.
Overview
Yakima County has recorded 1,097 truck crashes since 2015, with 237 people injured and 60 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 4 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in September (11.2% of the year) and are lowest in April (6.0%).
Winter months (Nov–Mar) carry 41.1% of truck crashes, vs 43.8% for Washington.
More truck crashes happen at 2–3 pm than at any other hour (7.8%).
Road surface: 12.8% of truck crashes were on snow, slush or ice (Washington: 9.7%).
Where crashes happen
Within this area, US-97 had the most fatal crashes involving a large truck since 2015 (6). It is followed by SR-22 (3), CR-S Wapato Rd (2) and I-82 (2).
Garbage & waste trucks
Garbage and refuse trucks were involved in 16 crashes, 1.5% of the total, against 2.2% across Washington.
Route planning tips for ZIP 98953 fleets
- Review driver schedules for September, the month with the most truck crashes.
- Where you can, review stops along US-97; it has the most fatal large-truck crashes nearby.
- With 12.8% of truck crashes on snow, slush or ice (above Washington), plan winter equipment checks early.
- 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 Yakima County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-97 | 6 |
| SR-22 | 3 |
| CR-S Wapato Rd | 2 |
| I-82 | 2 |
| SR-223 | 2 |
| CR-BRANCH Rd | 1 |
| CR-KONNOWAC Pass Rd | 1 |
| CR-VAN Belle Rd | 1 |
| Cr- Progressive Rd | 1 |
| SR-24 | 1 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Yakima County) |
|---|---|
| Sr-24*005.00 | 5 |
| Sr-12*176.00 | 4 |
| Sr-12*202.00 | 4 |
| Sr-97*060.80 | 4 |
| Sr-97*076.00 | 4 |
| Dekker Rd/Knowles Rd | 3 |
| Rudkin Rd/E Valley Mall Blvd | 3 |
| Sr-12*154.00 | 3 |
ZIP 98953 at a glance
| Population | 7,166 |
| Density | 46 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $84,766 |
| Median home value | $366,998 |
| Home ownership | 79% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Yakima 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 | 42 | — | 3.3 |
| 2000s | 59 | +38% | 2.5 |
| 2010s | 84 | +44% | 3.8 |
| 2020s | 92 | +9% | 6.2 |
Reported truck crashes averaged 42 a year in the 1990s and 92 a year in the 2020s. Reporting practices changed over time, so part of any change can come from reporting. Fatal large-truck crashes: 5.8 a year in 2016–19, 6.2 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 98953
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 98953?
Yakima County has had 1,097 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 237 people and killing 60.
Where do fatal truck crashes happen most in ZIP 98953?
NHTSA data shows US-97 with 6 fatal large-truck crashes within 10 miles of ZIP 98953 since 2015, the highest of any road.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 98953?
Truck crashes in Yakima County peak in September, with 11.2% of the year's crashes.
Are garbage truck crashes common in ZIP 98953?
16 crashes involving garbage or refuse trucks have been reported in Yakima County since 2015, 1.5% of all truck crashes.
How do truck crashes in ZIP 98953 compare with Washington?
Per 100,000 residents, Yakima County has 36.6 truck crashes a year; Washington has 25.8.
What is the best way to plan truck routes in ZIP 98953?
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.