64 CRASHES IN
CAMPBELL, OH
2021

In 2021, 1 motorist was killed and 25 motorists were injured in crashes. Additionally, 1 pedestrian was injured, while no pedestrians were killed. There were no recorded cyclist fatalities or injuries.

Crashes in Campbell during 2021 peaked on Tuesdays and Fridays, with 13 crashes occurring on each of these days. The peak hours for crashes were 4 PM and 7 PM, both recording 8 incidents. A majority of crashes, 39 out of 64, occurred during daylight hours.

The severity distribution shows that 44 crashes (68.8%) resulted in no injuries. Injury crashes, encompassing serious, minor, and possible injuries, collectively accounted for 24.1% of incidents. There was 1 fatal crash recorded, which involved 1 fatality.

Most crashes in Campbell during 2021 occurred under clear weather conditions (36 crashes), on dry road surfaces (49 crashes), and during daylight hours (39 crashes). However, 8 crashes occurred in snow and 4 in rain, while 8 crashes happened on wet roads and 6 on snowy roads. Additionally, 20 crashes occurred during dark conditions (14 with lighted roadways, 6 without).

The 26-34 age group was the most represented among persons involved in crashes, with 17 individuals. Vehicle make data indicates that Chevrolet was the most frequently involved make, appearing in 19 incidents. Passenger Cars were the dominant vehicle type, accounting for 83 of the 103 known vehicle types involved.

Of the 64 crashes, 52 occurred directly on the roadway. Crashes occurring off the travel lanes, including on the roadside (5) and on the shoulder (3), collectively represented 8 incidents or 12.5% of all crashes. This indicates a notable portion of crashes involved vehicles leaving the main travel path.

Among the 102 recorded instances of traffic control at crash locations, 72 (70.6%) occurred where there was no control present. Locations with stop signs and signals each accounted for 15 instances. Collectively, uncontrolled locations (no control or stop sign) represented 87 (85.3%) of the recorded instances.

The most frequently cited contributing factor among drivers was 'Failure to Yield,' with 13 instances. 'Drove off Road' was the second most common factor, accounting for 10 instances, followed by 'Other Improper Action' with 8 instances. These top three factors collectively represented 31 of the 61 listed contributing factors.

Nine drivers involved in crashes were recorded with abnormal conditions. Six drivers were 'Under the Influence of Medications / Drugs / Alcohol,' 2 had a 'Physical Impairment,' and 1 driver 'Fell Asleep; Fainted; Fatigued; etc.'. These abnormal conditions collectively accounted for 10% of the 90 drivers with reported conditions.

Seven drivers were identified with specific distractions at the time of their crashes. The most common specific distractions were 'Other distraction outside the vehicle' (2 instances) and 'Manually operating an electronic communication device' (2 instances). These specific distractions accounted for 7.95% of the 88 drivers with reported distraction statuses.

Roadway alignment data shows that 31 crashes (48.4%) occurred on grades, specifically 'Straight Grade' (28) and 'Curve Grade' (3). Additionally, 5 crashes (7.8%) occurred on curves, including 'Curve Grade' (3) and 'Curve Level' (2). This indicates a notable proportion of crashes happened on sloped or curved road sections.

The most common pre-crash action reported for drivers was 'Straight Ahead,' accounting for 56 instances. 'Slowing or Stopped In Traffic' was the second most frequent action with 10 instances, followed by 'Parked' with 9 instances. These three actions represent 75% of the 100 reported pre-crash actions.

The dominant manner of collision was 'Not Collision Between Two Vehicles in Transport,' accounting for 36 crashes (56.3%). 'Angle' collisions were the second most frequent, with 11 incidents (17.2%). This indicates that more than half of the crashes did not involve two moving vehicles colliding.

Passenger Cars were the most prevalent vehicle type involved in crashes, accounting for 83 of the 103 known vehicle types. This represents 80.6% of the vehicles with identified types. Commercial vehicles, specifically Semi-Tractors and Single Unit Trucks, each accounted for 1 instance.

Drivers constituted the largest group of persons involved in crashes, with 91 individuals, representing 79.8% of the total 114 persons. Occupants (passengers) accounted for 22 individuals, while 1 pedestrian was involved. This highlights that drivers are the primary participants in these incidents.

Among the 110 persons with recorded injury severity, 26 individuals (23.6%) sustained some level of injury (Serious, Minor, or Possible). One person (0.9%) suffered fatal injuries. The majority, 83 individuals, sustained no injuries.

Among the 86 persons with known safety equipment use, 72 (83.7%) were using a shoulder and lap belt. However, 13 individuals (15.1%) were recorded as using 'None Used' safety equipment. This indicates a notable proportion of individuals were not restrained.

Single-vehicle crashes accounted for 27 incidents, representing 42.2% of all 64 crashes. Crashes involving three vehicles were less common, with 3 incidents, making up 4.7% of the total. The majority of crashes involved either one or two vehicles.