Dangerous Intersections in Truckee
In any city, there are places where accidents are more likely to take place than others. This can happen for a variety of reasons and at many different roadway locations. However, one of the most common areas for accidents is intersections. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, intersection accidents are the second most common crash category preceded only by rear-end collisions. While it is not always possible to avoid being involved in a crash, Truckee residents should know about which intersections in their area tend to see the most traumatic accidents. Knowing how and when accidents happen at key locations in your city can help you know when to practice extra caution on the road.
Intersections Ranked
The below list of intersections was made using data from UC Berkeley research. Next to each intersection is the number of injury-causing accidents that took place within 250 feet of the location during 2007-2018.
- Bridge Street at Brockway Road and Donner Pass Road – 14
- Brockway Road and River Street – 10
- Brockway Road and Riverside Drive – 10
- State Route 267 and State Route 89 – 10
- Brockway Road and Palisades Drive – 9
- Donner Pass Road and Meadow Way – 8
- Donner Pass Road and Northwoods Boulevard – 8
- Donner Pass Road and Shore Drive – 8
- Alder Creek Road and State Route 89 – 7
- Donner Pass Road and Lake Avenue – 7
Why Are Intersections Dangerous?
Multiple factors affect the danger of intersections. However, one factor that all intersections have in common is that traffic directions are increased. With a straight section of road, drivers typically only need to worry about traffic in front and behind their vehicle. At intersections, drivers need to be aware of vehicles traveling in many different directions. This means that drivers need to be even more aware of their surroundings to avoid a crash. When a driver’s focus is affected by distraction or intoxication, this can be especially dangerous at an intersection.
With some intersections, the danger comes from a specific issue. These can include high vehicle or pedestrian traffic, but often also include problems with the roadway itself. Things such as poor lighting, confusing intersection design, bad visibility, lacking or defective signals or signage, inadequate turn lanes, and damaged pavement can all cause accidents that leave people with serious injuries. When roadway defects cause accidents, the government bodies responsible for maintaining those roads may be considered at fault for the crash. As with drivers who cause crashes, governments that fail to maintain safe roadways can often be held financially responsible for damages suffered during accidents.
Getting in Touch With a Personal Injury Law Firm
After an accident, people are often faced with steep medical costs. Paying for necessary procedures, hospital stays, ambulance rides, and other expenses can seem impossible. Even if you are unsure of whether or not your injury merits a personal injury case, it is still a good idea to speak with a Truckee personal injury attorney for advice. The majority of lawyers will offer you a free consultation so that you can get the information you need to move forward.
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Truckee Personal Injury Lawyer
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