137 CRASHES IN
BOSTON HEIGHTS, OH
2021

There were no fatalities among pedestrians, cyclists, or motorists in 2021. Motorists sustained the highest number of injuries, with 38 individuals injured. One pedestrian was injured, while no cyclists were injured during this period.

Crash data for 2021 indicates a peak in incidents on Tuesdays, with 27 crashes recorded. The highest hourly crash frequency occurred at 5 PM, with 14 crashes. The majority of crashes, 93, took place during daylight hours, while 35 crashes occurred in dark conditions (24 on unlighted roadways, 11 on lighted roadways).

In 2021, 107 crashes (78.1%) resulted in no injuries, categorized as property-damage-only incidents. Injury crashes accounted for 30 incidents (22%), comprising 2 serious injuries, 16 minor injuries, and 12 possible injuries. There were no fatal crashes or fatalities recorded during this period.

The majority of crashes occurred under favorable conditions, with 75 incidents in clear weather, 95 on dry road surfaces, and 93 during daylight hours. However, adverse conditions were also present in a notable number of crashes. 24 crashes occurred during rain and 7 during snow, while 37 crashes took place on wet roads, 3 on snowy roads, and 2 on slushy roads.

The age groups 26-34 (54 persons) and 35-44 (50 persons) were most frequently represented among persons involved in crashes. Ford vehicles were the most common make involved, with 41 instances, followed by Toyota and Chevrolet, both with 25 instances each.

The majority of crashes, 111, occurred directly on the roadway. A total of 16 crashes (11.7%) occurred off the travel lanes, including 7 on the roadside, 5 on the shoulder, and 4 in the median, indicating a notable proportion of run-off-road incidents.

Among traffic control instances reported, 177 (73.8%) occurred at locations with no traffic control. Signalized locations accounted for 43 instances (17.9%). Overall, 192 instances (80%) were associated with uncontrolled locations (no control, stop sign, or yield sign).

Among reported contributing factors, 'Following too Close / ACDA' was the most frequent, cited in 42 instances, representing 17.8% of drivers. 'Other Improper Action' and 'Failure to Yield' each contributed to 16 instances (6.8% each). 'Improper Lane Change' was noted in 14 instances (5.9%).

Crashes involving commercial vehicles accounted for 20 incidents, representing 14.6% of all crashes. Of these, 16 involved Semi-Tractor Trailers and 4 involved Other Commercial Vehicles.

Animal-strike crashes totaled 12 incidents, accounting for 8.8% of all crashes. The majority of these, 11, involved deer, with one incident involving another type of animal.

Four drivers were reported with abnormal conditions at the time of their crashes, representing 1.7% of all drivers. These included two instances of illness, one instance of falling asleep/fatigue, and one instance of being under the influence of medications/drugs/alcohol.

Ten drivers were identified with specific distractions, accounting for 4.2% of all drivers. The most frequent distraction was 'Other activity with an electronic device' with 4 instances, followed by 'Other distraction inside the vehicle' and 'Talking on hand-held communication device' with 2 instances each.

Road alignment data indicates that 13 crashes (9.5%) occurred on curves, comprising 8 on curve grades and 5 on curve levels. Additionally, 40 crashes (29.2%) took place on roadways with a grade, including both straight and curved sections.

The most common pre-crash action reported was 'Straight Ahead,' accounting for 161 instances (68.2%) among drivers. 'Slowing or Stopped In Traffic' was the second most frequent action, noted in 33 instances (14.0%). 'Changing Lanes' was reported in 12 instances (5.1%).

The most frequent manner of collision was 'Not Collision Between Two Vehicles in Transport,' accounting for 49 crashes (35.8%). 'Rear-end' collisions were the second most common, occurring in 39 incidents (28.5%). 'Sideswipe; same direction' collisions also contributed significantly, with 24 incidents (17.5%).

Passenger Cars were the most prevalent vehicle type involved in crashes, accounting for 107 instances (44.6%). Sport Utility Vehicles followed with 72 instances (30%). Commercial vehicles, including Semi-Tractors, Pick ups, Cargo Vans, and Single Unit Trucks, collectively represented 51 instances (21.3%) of vehicles involved.

Drivers constituted the largest group of persons involved in crashes, with 236 individuals (78.4%). Occupants accounted for 64 individuals (21.3%), while one pedestrian was involved, representing 0.3% of all persons.

Of the 301 persons involved in crashes, 256 sustained no injuries. A total of 39 individuals (13.0%) sustained injuries, including 2 serious injuries, 20 minor injuries, and 17 possible injuries. No fatalities were recorded among persons involved in crashes.

The majority of participants, 274, utilized shoulder and lap belts. A small number of individuals, 1, were reported as using no safety equipment. Additionally, child restraint systems were used in 10 instances across various types.

Single-vehicle crashes accounted for 46 incidents, representing 33.6% of all crashes. Two-vehicle crashes were the most common, occurring in 83 incidents. A small number of multi-vehicle incidents involved 4 vehicles (2 crashes) and 5 vehicles (1 crash).