179 CRASHES IN
BELPRE, OH
2021

In 2021, motorists experienced the highest impact, with 2 killed and 94 injured in crashes. One pedestrian was injured, while no pedestrians or cyclists were killed.

Crashes in Belpre in 2021 peaked on Mondays with 39 incidents, and the most frequent hour for crashes was 4 PM, with 18 incidents. The majority of crashes, 130, occurred during daylight hours, while 40 crashes occurred in dark conditions (roadway not lighted or lighted roadway).

In Belpre, 64.8% of crashes in 2021 resulted in no injury, indicating that 35.2% of crashes involved some level of injury. There were 2 fatal crashes recorded, which resulted in 2 total fatalities during the year.

A majority of crashes in Belpre occurred under favorable conditions, with 118 crashes happening in clear weather, 139 on dry road surfaces, and 130 during daylight. However, 24 crashes occurred during rain or snow, 40 crashes happened on wet, icy, or snowy roads, and 40 crashes took place in dark conditions.

Among persons involved in crashes, the age groups 26-34 and 35-44 were most represented, each with 67 individuals. Vehicles involved most frequently were Fords (59), followed by Chevrolets (39), and Toyotas (33).

The majority of crashes, 143, occurred on the roadway. A total of 30 crashes, representing 16.8% of all incidents, occurred off the travel lanes, specifically on the roadside, shoulder, or outside the trafficway.

The dominant traffic control at crash locations was 'No Control', accounting for 188 incidents. Crashes occurring at signalized locations (Signal or Flasher) represented 27.0% of incidents, while 61.2% occurred at locations with no traffic control.

Following too Close / ACDA accounted for 46 contributing factors, Failure to Yield for 37, and Drove off Road for 20. Unsafe Speed was a factor in 15 incidents, while Improper Backing and Improper Lane Change each contributed to 8 incidents.

There were 12 impaired-driving crashes recorded, representing 6.7% of all crashes. Of these, 6 involved alcohol, 5 involved drugs, and 1 involved both alcohol and drugs.

Among drivers involved in crashes, 31 exhibited abnormal conditions. This included 13 drivers who were emotional, 8 drivers under the influence of medications, drugs, or alcohol, and 5 drivers who fell asleep or were fatigued. An additional 3 drivers experienced illness and 2 had physical impairments.

Known driver distractions included 7 instances of distraction outside the vehicle and 5 instances of distraction inside the vehicle. Additionally, 2 drivers were distracted by passengers, and 2 drivers were distracted by electronic devices, one talking on a hand-held device and one engaging in another activity with an electronic device.

The majority of crashes, 124, occurred on straight and level road sections. However, 25 crashes, or 14.0%, occurred on curves (Curve Grade or Curve Level), and 43 crashes, or 24.0%, occurred on grades (Straight Grade or Curve Grade).

The most frequent pre-crash action was 'Straight Ahead', accounting for 156 instances. 'Slowing or Stopped In Traffic' was the next most common action with 57 instances, followed by 'Making Left Turn' with 34 instances.

The most common manner of collision was 'Not Collision Between Two Vehicles in Transport', representing 36.9% of crashes. 'Angle' collisions accounted for 26.3% of incidents, and 'Rear-end' collisions made up 22.9%.

The most dominant vehicle type involved in crashes was the Passenger Car, accounting for 139 vehicles. Sport Utility Vehicles and Pickups were also frequently involved, totaling 88 and 49 vehicles respectively. Commercial vehicles, including Cargo Vans, Semi-Tractors, and Single Unit Trucks, collectively accounted for 14 vehicles.

Drivers constituted the dominant role among persons involved in crashes, with 299 individuals. Occupants accounted for 95 persons, representing 24.1% of those involved, while 1 pedestrian was also involved.

Among all persons involved in crashes, 2 individuals sustained fatal injuries, 4 suffered serious injuries, 42 had minor injuries, and 49 experienced possible injuries. In total, 97 persons, or 24.6% of those involved, sustained some level of injury or fatality.

Safety equipment use was recorded for 374 individuals, with 324 using both shoulder and lap belts. A notable 21 individuals, representing 5.6% of those with recorded equipment use, were not using any safety equipment.

Single-vehicle crashes accounted for 60 incidents, representing 33.5% of all crashes. The majority of crashes, 110, involved two vehicles, while 9 crashes involved three vehicles.