128 CRASHES IN
BROOKLYN HEIGHTS, OH
2021

In 2021, there were no fatalities recorded for pedestrians, cyclists, or motorists in Brooklyn Heights. All 64 injuries reported were sustained by motorists. There were no pedestrians or cyclists injured in crashes during this period.

Crash data for 2021 indicates that Wednesday was the peak day for crashes, with 30 incidents reported. The peak hour for crashes was 3 PM, recording 14 incidents. A majority of crashes, 94 out of 128 (73.4%), occurred during daylight hours between 6 AM and 6 PM.

Of the 128 crashes, 79 (61.7%) resulted in no injuries, while 49 crashes (38.3%) involved some level of injury. Specifically, there were 7 serious injury crashes, 22 minor injury crashes, and 20 possible injury crashes. No fatal crashes were recorded in Brooklyn Heights during 2021, meaning zero fatalities occurred.

A significant majority of crashes occurred under clear weather conditions (87 incidents), on dry road surfaces (95 incidents), and during daylight hours (92 incidents). Adverse conditions were present in a smaller number of crashes, with 16 occurring in rain and 4 in snow. Similarly, 31 crashes occurred on wet roads, and 28 occurred in dark conditions (lighted or unlighted roadway).

Among persons involved in crashes, the 26-34 age group was most represented with 81 individuals, followed by the 35-44 age group with 41 individuals. Ford vehicles were involved in the highest number of incidents, accounting for 36 occurrences. Chevrolet and Honda vehicles followed, with 28 and 23 involvements respectively.

The majority of crashes, 109 out of 128, occurred directly on the roadway. A total of 9 crashes (7.0%) occurred off the main travel lanes, including 3 in the median, 3 on the shoulder, 2 on the roadside, and 1 outside the trafficway. Additionally, 10 crashes occurred on ramps.

Among persons involved in crashes, the dominant traffic control condition reported was 'No Control,' accounting for 220 instances. Crashes at locations with a signal or flasher accounted for 18 instances (7.6% of known traffic control types). Conversely, 220 instances (92.4%) occurred at locations with no traffic control reported.

The most frequently cited contributing factor among drivers was 'Following too Close / ACDA,' accounting for 52 instances. 'Improper Lane Change' was noted in 17 instances, while 'Failure to Yield,' 'Unsafe Speed,' and 'Drove off Road' were each cited in 6, 5, and 5 instances respectively. These factors represent key areas for intervention.

Among drivers with a reported condition, 4 were noted as 'Under the Influence of Medications / Drugs / Alcohol,' and 1 driver had a 'Physical Impairment.' These 5 instances represent 2.2% of all drivers with a known and non-baseline condition.

Driver distraction was a factor in 6 instances among drivers with a reported distraction status. This included 2 instances of manually operating an electronic communication device and 2 instances of other distraction inside the vehicle. Additionally, 1 instance each was recorded for other activity with an electronic device and other distraction outside the vehicle.

Of the crashes with reported road alignment, 18 incidents (14.1%) occurred on curves, including 14 on curve level and 4 on curve grade sections. Additionally, 10 incidents (7.8%) occurred on road grades, with 6 on straight grades and 4 on curve grades. The majority, 104 crashes, occurred on straight level roadways.

Immediately prior to a crash, the most common driver action was 'Straight Ahead,' accounting for 148 instances. 'Slowing or Stopped In Traffic' was the second most frequent action, noted in 43 instances. 'Changing Lanes' was also a significant pre-crash action, occurring in 19 instances.

The dominant manner of collision was 'Rear-end,' accounting for 58 incidents or 45.3% of all crashes. 'Not Collision Between Two Vehicles in Transport' was the second most common type, with 33 incidents (25.8%). 'Sideswipe; same direction' collisions occurred in 17 incidents, representing 13.3% of the total.

Passenger cars were the most frequently involved vehicle type, accounting for 124 instances. Sport Utility Vehicles were involved in 61 incidents, and pick-up trucks in 21 incidents. Commercial vehicle types, including semi-tractors, single unit trucks, and cargo vans, collectively accounted for 14 involvements, representing 6.0% of known vehicle types.

Drivers constituted the largest group of persons involved in crashes, with 236 instances, representing 79.5% of all individuals. Occupants accounted for the remaining 61 instances, or 20.5% of the total. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in crashes during this period.

Among all persons involved, 223 (77.7%) sustained no injuries. A total of 64 persons (22.3%) sustained injuries, with 9 experiencing serious injuries, 26 minor injuries, and 29 possible injuries. No fatalities were recorded among any persons.

Among persons with reported safety equipment use, 248 individuals used both shoulder and lap belts. A total of 16 individuals (5.7% of those with known usage) were reported as using no safety equipment. Additionally, 9 individuals used child restraint systems, and 1 person used a helmet.

Two-vehicle crashes were the most common, accounting for 76 of the 128 incidents. Single-vehicle crashes represented 35 incidents, or 27.3% of all crashes. Additionally, 15 crashes involved three vehicles, and 2 crashes involved four vehicles.