ZIP 99323 (Burbank, WA) truck route planning & crash data
Plan safer truck routes around ZIP 99323: commercial truck and garbage truck crashes here and in Walla Walla 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
4 of 232 truck crashes since 2015.
Deadliest roads
How Walla Walla County compares with Washington
Walla Walla County against Washington and the US, 2015–2025 (years with complete crash reporting). Per-resident rates make big and small places comparable.
Where Walla Walla County stands out
Full comparison
| Measure (2015–2025) | Walla Walla County | Washington | United States | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crashes per 100k residents / yr | 32.2 | 25.8 | 49.7 | 1.2× the state |
| Deaths per 100 crashes | 3.6 | 3.4 | 3.4 | same |
| Injuries per crash | 0.14 | 0.18 | 0.49 | 22% below the state |
| Garbage-truck share | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.3% | 17% below the state |
| On snow, slush or ice | 15.9% | 9.7% | 6.2% | 1.6× the state |
| Morning rush (6–10 am) | 34.1% | 24.8% | 23.7% | 1.4× the state |
| In rain, sleet or snow | 12.7% | 20.2% | 13.8% | 37% below the state |
| Winter months (Nov–Mar) | 41.4% | 43.8% | 41.9% | same |
| After dark | 19.6% | 25.2% | 24.8% | 22% below the state |
Walla Walla County has lower values than Washington for injuries per crash, garbage-truck share and in rain, sleet or snow. It runs above Washington on crashes per 100k residents / yr, on snow, slush or ice and morning rush (6–10 am).
What stands out in Walla Walla County: 15.9% of truck crashes happened on snow, slush or ice, vs 9.7% in Washington.
Overview
Walla Walla County has recorded 232 truck crashes since 2015, with 33 people injured and 9 killed.
In complete reporting years that works out to about one truck crash every 18 days.
When crashes happen
Truck crashes peak in January (11.6% of the year) and are lowest in May (4.7%).
The five winter months (November to March) hold 41.4% of truck crashes, against 43.8% across Washington.
By time of day, 7–8 am stands out with 10.3% of truck crashes.
15.9% of truck crashes here happened on snow, slush or ice, against 9.7% across Washington.
Where crashes happen
Roads with fatal crashes involving a large truck within 10 miles of ZIP 99323 since 2015: US-12 (2). No single road stands out.
Garbage & waste trucks
4 crashes involved a garbage or refuse truck, a 1.7% share (Washington: 2.2%).
Route planning tips for ZIP 99323 fleets
- Review driver schedules for January, the month with the most truck crashes.
- 34.1% of truck crashes happen between 6 and 10 am, above Washington; consider earlier or later starts where possible.
- Icy and snowy roads show up in 15.9% of truck crashes here, more than Washington; schedule winter checks early.
- 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 Walla Walla County
By hour of day
Most dangerous roads for trucks
| Road | Fatal truck crashes since 2015 (within 10 miles) |
|---|---|
| US-12 | 2 |
Roads named most in all truck crash reports
| Road | Truck crashes since 2015 (Walla Walla County) |
|---|---|
| Sr-12*301.00 | 4 |
| Sr-730*003.00 | 4 |
| Sr-12*307.00 | 3 |
| Sr-12*314.00 | 3 |
| Sr-730*001.00 | 3 |
| Sr-730*005.00 | 3 |
| Sr 12 Mp 314.30 | 2 |
| Sr-12 Mp 251.33 | 2 |
ZIP 99323 at a glance
| Population | 4,082 |
| Density | 12 per sq mi |
| Median household income | $93,092 |
| Median home value | $414,315 |
| Home ownership | 88% |
Waste facilities and haulers nearby
Historical data: truck crashes in Walla Walla 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 | 15 | — | 1.5 |
| 2000s | 15 | +2% | 1.9 |
| 2010s | 18 | +23% | 0.8 |
| 2020s | 21 | +16% | 0.8 |
From the 1990s to the 2020s, yearly reported truck crashes went from 15 to 21. Some of the change may reflect how crashes were reported. Fatal crashes involving a large truck averaged 0.5 a year in 2016–19 and 0.8 a year in 2020–24.
Nearby ZIP codes
Questions fleets ask about ZIP 99323
How common are truck crashes in ZIP 99323?
Walla Walla County has had 232 reported truck crashes since 2015, injuring 33 people and killing 9.
What is the worst month for truck crashes in ZIP 99323?
The worst month is January: 11.6% of truck crashes in Walla Walla County happen then.
How many garbage truck accidents happen in ZIP 99323?
Since 2015, Walla Walla County has reported 4 garbage-truck crashes, or 1.7% of its truck crashes.
How does ZIP 99323 compare with Washington for truck crashes?
The yearly rate is 32.2 truck crashes per 100,000 residents in Walla Walla County, vs 25.8 for Washington.
How do I plan a garbage truck route in ZIP 99323?
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.