Motor vehicle accidents are a serious safety concern in Massachusetts, no matter where you live. According to the Massachusetts State Highway Safety Report, motor vehicle crashes caused 334 fatalities and 2,725 serious injuries in a recent year.
Additional research from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation shows that the worst Plymouth County intersection is in Brockton, at the corner of West Elm Street and Ash Street. There were 56 total crashes reported at this intersection during a recent three-year period, of which 30 crashes resulted in a fatality or serious injury. Drivers would do well to exercise caution at this intersection to help prevent car accidents in Plymouth County.
This Brockton corner is far from the only risky intersection in Massachusetts. Keep reading to learn more about some of Massachusetts’ most dangerous roads and intersections.
Top 5 Most Dangerous Intersections in Massachusetts
Not every crash involves serious injuries or fatalities, so state authorities weigh the number of crashes and each collision’s impact (fatalities, injuries, property damage, etc.) to determine the most dangerous intersections in the state. Once they weigh these figures, they produce a measurement known as Equivalent Property Damage Only (EPDO), which they use to rank various crash hotspots. According to Massachusetts crash stats from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), the top five most dangerous intersections in Massachusetts from the most recent available data were:
| Intersection Location | Equivalent Property Damage Only | # of Total Crashes | # of Crashes Involving Fatalities or Serious Injuries |
| VFW Highway and Bridge Street in Lowell | 684 | 124 | 28 |
| Randolph Avenue (State Route 28) and Chickatawbut Road in Milton | 660 | 60 | 30 |
| Morton Street (State Route 203) and Harvard Street in Boston | 644 | 44 | 30 |
| West Elm Street and Ash Street in Brockton | 636 | 56 | 29 |
| Appleton Street (State Route 110) and Central Street in Lowell | 592 | 72 | 26 |
Top 5 Most Dangerous Roads in Massachusetts
Tracking the number of crashes on any particular road is challenging, but some well-documented dangerous roads in Massachusetts include:
- Interstate 93 – This interstate runs through the heart of downtown Boston and some of the worst traffic in the country, making it extremely dangerous for drivers. It tends to have water buildup after heavy rains, which causes dangerous hydroplaning. The interchange with I-495 is the most dangerous exchange in Massachusetts.
- The Massachusetts Turnpike – Running through the middle of the state from Boston to New York and connecting to Logan International Airport, congestion on the Mass Pike is present year-round.
- Interstate 95 – I-95 passes near the New England Patriots’ Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, often leading to major traffic jams on game days. It also passes Cape Cod, leading to major congestion from beachgoers in the summer.
- Interstate 495 – Forming the western edge of the greater Boston area, I-495 circles the city before winding its way north to the New Hampshire border. The intersection where I-495 meets the Mass Pike is notorious for traffic jams and accidents.
- State Route 24 – This road connects several major cities in southeastern Massachusetts, including Brockton, Taunton, and Fall River. It’s a major commuter route, and there are stretches with narrow traffic lanes and short merge lanes, creating many opportunities for accidents.
Contact a Brockton Car Accident Lawyer Today
The Brockton car accident lawyers at The Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan have spent more than 30 years helping Massachusetts residents after crashes. Our highly skilled and experienced personal injury attorneys have helped our clients recover fair compensation when they’ve been injured due to the negligence of others. We’ll be ready to help you when you call us or contact us online for a free consultation.