269 CRASHES IN
BEAVER, OH
2021

In 2021, 91 motorists were injured in crashes in Beaver, OH, making them the largest group affected. There were 2 motorist fatalities and 1 pedestrian fatality reported during this period. No cyclists were reported killed or injured.

Crashes in Beaver, OH, in 2021 peaked on Thursdays with 49 incidents, and the peak hour for crashes was 3 PM, recording 26 incidents. The majority of crashes occurred during daylight hours, with 165 incidents, compared to 93 incidents occurring in dark conditions.

Of the 269 crashes in Beaver, OH, in 2021, 72.9% resulted in no injuries, categorized as property-damage-only incidents. Conversely, 27.1% of crashes involved some level of injury. There were 3 fatal crashes, each resulting in one fatality.

The majority of crashes in Beaver, OH, in 2021 occurred under clear weather conditions (171 incidents), on dry road surfaces (201 incidents), and during daylight (165 incidents). However, adverse conditions also contributed to crashes, with 25 incidents in rain, 15 in snow, 53 on wet roads, and 93 occurring in dark conditions.

Among the persons involved in crashes, the 35-44 age group was most represented with 77 individuals, closely followed by the 16-20 age group with 72 individuals. Chevrolet vehicles were involved in the highest number of crashes, totaling 90 incidents, followed by Ford with 61 incidents and Honda with 32 incidents.

In Beaver, OH, 73.6% of crashes occurred on the roadway, indicating incidents primarily within active travel lanes. However, 21.9% of crashes occurred off the travel lanes, specifically on the roadside (37 incidents), on the shoulder (19 incidents), or in the median (3 incidents), signaling a notable proportion of run-off-road incidents.

The predominant traffic control condition at crash locations in Beaver, OH, was 'No Control,' accounting for 71.5% of incidents where traffic control was noted. Signalized intersections were associated with 13.9% of crashes, while stop signs were present at 12.7% of crash locations.

The leading contributing factors in Beaver, OH, crashes were 'Following too Close / ACDA' with 59 reported instances, 'Drove off Road' with 52 instances, and 'Failure to Yield' with 40 instances. These three factors collectively represent the most frequent improper actions contributing to crashes.

Crashes in Beaver, OH, involved 21 commercial trucks, representing 7.8% of all crashes. Of these, 15 involved semi-tractor trailers and 6 involved other commercial vehicles. This highlights the presence of heavy vehicles in a notable portion of incidents.

Animal-strike crashes accounted for 33 incidents in Beaver, OH, representing 12.3% of all crashes. The majority of these incidents, 28, involved deer, while 5 involved other animals. This reflects a significant hazard from wildlife on the roadways.

There were 17 crashes in Beaver, OH, linked to driver impairment, making up 6.3% of all crashes. Alcohol was a factor in 12 crashes, drugs in 3 crashes, and both alcohol and drugs were involved in 2 crashes. These figures represent a baseline, as impairment is often under-reported.

Among drivers involved in crashes, 14 were reported to be 'Under the Influence of Medications / Drugs / Alcohol,' representing 3.4% of all drivers. Additionally, 8 drivers were noted as having 'Fell Asleep; Fainted; Fatigued; etc.,' and 4 drivers experienced 'Illness.' These conditions collectively indicate a small but significant portion of drivers operating under abnormal states.

Driver distraction was noted in 27 instances, accounting for 6.5% of all drivers involved in crashes. 'Other distraction inside the vehicle' was reported 12 times, while 'Other distraction outside the vehicle' occurred 11 times. Manually operating an electronic communication device was a factor in 2 instances.

Approximately 10.8% of crashes in Beaver, OH, occurred on curves (29 incidents), and 25.3% occurred on grades (68 incidents). The majority of crashes, 181, happened on straight-level roadways. This indicates that while most crashes are on straight sections, curves and grades still present elevated risks.

The most common pre-crash action for drivers was 'Straight Ahead,' accounting for 61.8% of reported actions. 'Slowing or Stopped In Traffic' was the second most frequent action at 16.4%, followed by 'Making Left Turn' at 8.0%. These actions highlight common scenarios immediately preceding crashes.

The dominant manner of collision in Beaver, OH, was 'Not Collision Between Two Vehicles in Transport,' representing 49.8% of incidents. Rear-end collisions were the second most frequent at 22.3%, followed by angle collisions at 17.1%. This suggests a high proportion of single-vehicle crashes or crashes with fixed objects.

Passenger cars were the most frequently involved vehicle type, accounting for 195 of the 419 vehicles in crashes, or 46.5%. Commercial vehicles, including semi-tractors (16), cargo vans (8), and single unit trucks (6), collectively made up 7.2% of all vehicles involved. This highlights the significant presence of passenger vehicles and a notable share of commercial vehicles.

Drivers constituted the largest group of persons involved in crashes, with 413 individuals, representing 78.5% of all persons. Occupants accounted for 112 individuals, while 1 pedestrian was involved. This indicates that most individuals involved in crashes are vehicle operators.

Out of 526 persons involved in crashes, 3 individuals sustained fatal injuries, accounting for 0.6% of all persons. A total of 91 persons sustained injuries, encompassing serious (4), minor (43), and possible (44) injury severities. The majority, 424 persons, sustained no injuries.

Among participants, 450 individuals used 'Shoulder and Lap Belt Used' safety equipment. A notable 24 individuals, or 4.6% of those with reported safety equipment, were recorded as having 'None Used.' This indicates a small but present proportion of non-restraint use in crashes.