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CRASH INTELLIGENCE REPORT · EASTLAKE, OH · 2021
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Yearly Traffic Safety Analysis
236 CRASHES IN
EASTLAKE, OH
2021
In 2021, Eastlake, OH experienced 236 traffic crashes, resulting in 0 fatalities and 104 injuries. A significant finding is that 42.4% of all crashes were rear-end collisions. Additionally, no traffic fatalities were recorded during this period.
236
Total Crash Events
0
Persons Killed
104
Persons Injured
20.8%
Hit-and-Run Rate
Note: "Persons Killed" (0) counts individual fatalities across all crash events. "Fatal" in the severity table below (0) counts crash events where at least one fatality occurred. A single crash can result in multiple fatalities.
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Aggregate counts from crash, person, and vehicle records
49
Hit-and-Run Crashes — 2021
A total of 49 crashes in Eastlake, OH were identified as hit-and-run incidents in 2021, accounting for 20.8% of all crashes. It is important to note that hit-and-run status is based on the responding officer's initial determination.
Vulnerable Road User Casualties
In 2021, there were 0 fatalities among motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists in Eastlake, OH crashes. Motorists accounted for the highest number of injuries with 102 individuals injured. Two pedestrians were injured, while no cyclists sustained injuries during this period.
0
Pedestrians Killed
0
Motorists Killed
2
Pedestrians Injured
102
Motorists Injured
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Mode classified from person records (driver/passenger → motorist; pedestrian; bicyclist → cyclist; in-line skater / unspecified → other)
When Crashes Happen
Traffic crashes in Eastlake, OH peaked on Thursdays with 43 incidents and at 5 PM with 26 incidents in 2021. The majority of crashes, 159, occurred during daylight, dawn, or dusk hours, while 77 crashes took place in dark conditions.
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Crash date field aggregated by weekday
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Crash time field aggregated by hour (0-23)
Crash Severity Breakdown
In 2021, 69.5% of crashes in Eastlake, OH resulted in no injuries, totaling 164 incidents. Injury-involved crashes accounted for 30.5% of the total, with 72 crashes causing serious, minor, or possible injuries. There were no fatal crashes reported during this period.
Outcome by Severity (Crash Events)
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · KABCO injury classification scale
Severity Distribution (Crash Events)
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Most severe injury per crash record
Road & Environmental Conditions
The majority of crashes in Eastlake, OH in 2021 occurred under clear weather (154 crashes), on dry road surfaces (185 crashes), and during daylight hours (145 crashes). However, 21 crashes occurred in rain and 13 in snow, while 39 occurred on wet roads and 12 on snowy or icy roads. Additionally, 77 crashes took place in dark conditions.
Weather
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Weather condition at time of crash
Lighting
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Lighting condition field
Road Surface
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Road surface condition field
Vehicles & Demographics
Among persons involved in crashes in Eastlake, OH in 2021, the 26-34 age group was most represented with 87 individuals. Excluding 'OTHER/UNKNOWN', Chevrolet vehicles were most frequently involved with 69 instances, followed by Ford with 47 and Hyundai with 26. Passenger cars were the dominant vehicle type, accounting for 292 of the 464 vehicles involved.
Top Vehicle Makes (464 vehicles)
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Vehicle unit records
34 persons with unknown or unrecorded age excluded from age chart.
Sex Distribution (559 persons with recorded sex)
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Person-level records linked to crash events
Crash Location (First Harmful Event)
Of the 236 crashes in Eastlake, OH in 2021, 214 occurred on the roadway. A total of 13 crashes occurred off the main travel lanes, including 6 on the shoulder, 6 on the roadside, and 1 in the median. This indicates that 5.5% of crashes were run-off-road incidents.
Crash Location (First Harmful Event)
"Other" combines 2 smaller categories (2 records): In Median (1), Driveway/Alley access (1).
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Crash-level records
Traffic Control Device
Among the reported traffic control types at crash locations in Eastlake, OH in 2021, 'No Control' was the most frequent with 224 instances, closely followed by 'Signal' with 218 instances. Locations identified as having no traffic control accounted for 48.4% of all reported control instances. Conversely, signalized locations (including signals, flashers, roundabouts, and yield signs) collectively represented 48.6% of all reported control instances, with 225 instances.
Traffic Control Device
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Vehicle unit records
Driver Contributing Factor
The most frequent contributing factor in Eastlake, OH crashes in 2021 was 'Following too Close / ACDA', accounting for 98 crashes or 41.5% of the total. 'Failure to Yield' was a factor in 26 crashes (11.0%), and 'Other Improper Action' contributed to 21 crashes (8.9%). 'Improper Lane Change' was cited in 17 crashes (7.2%), and 'Drove off Road' in 16 crashes (6.8%).
Driver Contributing Factor
Showing top 9 of 16 reported. 7 additional (21 total) not shown: Improper Passing, Unsafe Speed, Not Discernible, Stopped or Parked Illegally, Wrong Way, Load shifting/Falling/Spilling, Ran Stop Sign.
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Vehicle unit records
Commercial / Truck Involvement
In 2021, 11 crashes in Eastlake, OH involved commercial trucks, representing 4.7% of all crashes. Nine of these involved 'Other Commercial Vehicle' types, and two involved 'Semi-Tractor Trailer' vehicles.
Impairment (Alcohol / Drugs)
In 2021, 18 crashes in Eastlake, OH involved driver impairment, representing 7.6% of all crashes. Of these, 12 crashes involved alcohol, 4 involved drugs, and 2 involved both alcohol and drugs.
Driver Condition
In 2021, 33 drivers involved in crashes in Eastlake, OH were noted to have abnormal conditions, representing 7.4% of all drivers. These included 12 drivers under the influence of medications/drugs/alcohol and 12 drivers described as emotional. Additionally, 5 drivers had physical impairments, 3 drivers fell asleep/fainted/fatigued, and 1 driver had an illness.
Driver Condition
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Person-level records linked to crash events
Driver Distraction
In 2021, 22 drivers in Eastlake, OH were reported to be distracted at the time of their crashes, accounting for 4.9% of all drivers. Nine drivers were distracted by other activities inside the vehicle, and six by other distractions outside the vehicle. Three drivers were manually operating an electronic communication device.
Driver Distraction
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Person-level records linked to crash events
Road Alignment
In Eastlake, OH in 2021, 15 crashes (6.4%) occurred on curves, including 10 on curve grades and 5 on curve levels. A total of 40 crashes (16.9%) occurred on grades, comprising 30 on straight grades and 10 on curve grades.
Road Alignment
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Crash-level records
Pre-Crash Driver Action
Prior to crashes in Eastlake, OH in 2021, the most common driver action was 'Straight Ahead', accounting for 223 instances or 48.1% of all vehicle actions. 'Slowing or Stopped In Traffic' was the second most frequent action, with 109 instances (23.5%). Additionally, 'Making Left Turn' was reported 56 times (12.1%).
Pre-Crash Driver Action
Showing top 9 of 14 reported. 5 additional (13 total) not shown: Negotiating a Curve, Entering Traffic Lane, Leaving Traffic Lane, Standing, Walking; Running; Jogging; Playing.
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Vehicle unit records
Manner of Collision
The most prevalent manner of collision in Eastlake, OH in 2021 was 'Rear-end', accounting for 100 crashes or 42.4% of the total. 'Angle' collisions were the second most common, with 49 incidents (20.8%). 'Not Collision Between Two Vehicles in Transport' represented 36 crashes (15.3%).
Manner of Collision
"Other" combines 2 smaller categories (3 records): Other/Unknown (2), Rear-to-rear (1).
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Crash-level records
Vehicle Type
Passenger cars were the dominant vehicle type involved in Eastlake, OH crashes in 2021, accounting for 292 of the 464 vehicles, or 62.9%. Vehicles categorized as trucks or buses, including pickups, vans, semi-tractors, and heavy equipment, collectively comprised 62 vehicles, or 13.4% of all vehicles involved.
Vehicle Type
"Other" combines 6 smaller categories (9 records): Pedestrian/Skater (2), Other Vehicle (2), Semi-Tractor (2), Single Unit Truck (1), Heavy Equipment (1), Bus (16+ Passengers) (1).
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Vehicle unit records
Person Type
Of the 582 persons involved in Eastlake, OH crashes in 2021, drivers constituted the largest group with 448 individuals, representing 77.0%. Occupants (passengers) accounted for 132 individuals, or 22.7% of all persons. Two pedestrians were also involved in crashes during this period.
Person Type
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Crash-level records
Person Injury Severity
Among the 582 persons involved in Eastlake, OH crashes in 2021, 104 individuals sustained injuries, representing 17.9% of all persons. This included 10 serious injuries, 35 minor injuries, and 59 possible injuries. The remaining 460 persons (79.0%) sustained no injuries.
Person Injury Severity
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Crash-level records
Occupant Safety Equipment
In Eastlake, OH crashes in 2021, 495 individuals used shoulder and lap belts. However, safety equipment was not used by 30 individuals, representing 5.6% of those for whom safety equipment use was reported. Three individuals used a helmet, and three used only a shoulder belt.
Occupant Safety Equipment
"Other" combines 1 smaller categories (2 records): Booster Seat (2).
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Person-level records linked to crash events
Vehicles Per Crash
In Eastlake, OH in 2021, 187 crashes involved two vehicles. Single-vehicle crashes accounted for 31 incidents, representing 13.1% of all crashes. Additionally, 18 crashes involved three or more vehicles, with 14 involving three vehicles, 3 involving four vehicles, and 1 involving five vehicles.
Vehicles Per Crash
Source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv Open Data · 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31 · Crash-level records
Data Sources & Methodology
Primary Data Source
All crash data in this report is sourced from Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS), accessed programmatically via the Csv Open Data API (SODA). This dataset contains official police-reported motor vehicle traffic crash records maintained by the reporting jurisdiction's law enforcement agency. Records are published to the open data portal by the municipality and are subject to the portal's terms of use.
Data Retrieval
- Access method: Csv Open Data API (SoQL queries)
- Data format: Structured JSON via REST API
- Record types queried: Crash events, person records, and vehicle unit records
- Date filter applied: 2021-01-01 through 2021-12-31
- Report generated: July 5, 2026
Data Coverage
- Reporting period: 2021-01-01 through 2021-12-31 (365 days)
- Geographic scope: Eastlake, OH
- Total crash records analyzed: 236
- Total persons involved: 582
- Total vehicles involved: 464
Analytical Methodology
- Severity classification: Uses the KABCO injury scale (K=Fatal, A=Incapacitating injury, B=Non-incapacitating injury, C=Possible injury, O=No injury/property damage only), the standard classification in U.S. Model Minimum Uniform Crash Criteria (MMUCC). Severity is assigned per crash event based on the most severe injury in that crash. A single fatal crash (K) may involve multiple fatalities; therefore the "Persons Killed" count in the headline KPIs may differ from the "Fatal" crash count in the severity breakdown.
- Contributing factors: Reflect the officer-determined primary contributory cause recorded at the time of the crash report. These are preliminary determinations and may not reflect final investigation findings.
- Hit-and-run classification: Based on the hit-and-run indicator field in the official crash report, as determined by the responding officer at the scene.
- Temporal analysis: Day-of-week and hour-of-day distributions are computed from the crash date/time timestamp in each record.
- Demographics: Age and sex distributions are drawn from person-level records linked to each crash event. A single crash may involve multiple persons.
- Vehicle data: Make information is drawn from vehicle unit records linked to each crash event.
- AI commentary: Narrative sections are generated by Google Gemini (large language model) based on the structured data. Commentary is descriptive, not predictive, and should not be interpreted as expert opinion.
Limitations & Disclaimers
- Only crashes reported to and documented by law enforcement are included. Minor incidents, unreported crashes, and near-misses are not captured in this dataset.
- Data reflects conditions at the time of the initial police report and may be subject to subsequent corrections, reclassifications, or supplements by the reporting agency.
- Open data portal records may experience a publication lag - recently occurring crashes may not yet appear in the dataset at the time of report generation.
- AI-generated commentary is produced by a large language model and is intended to highlight patterns in the data. It does not constitute legal, medical, or professional analysis.
- Percentages are calculated from reported data and are subject to rounding.
Non-Affiliation Disclosure
This report is produced independently by ThatCarHitMe.com (Injuria.ai). It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in partnership with any law enforcement agency, municipal government, state department of transportation, or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Data is sourced from publicly available government open data portals.
Data License
The underlying crash data is provided under the municipality's Open Data Terms of Use and is made available to the public for unrestricted use. This analysis and report is © 2026 Injuria.ai and may be cited with attribution using the suggested citation below.
Corrections & Feedback
If you believe any data in this report is inaccurate or have questions about our methodology, please contact: data@injuria.ai. We are committed to accuracy and will issue corrections promptly.
Suggested Citation
ThatCarHitMe.com (Injuria.ai). "Eastlake, OH Crash Intelligence Report: 2021." Published July 5, 2026. Reporting period: 2021-01-01 to 2021-12-31. Data source: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS), Csv Open Data. Available at: https://thatcarhitme.com/crash-data/ohio/eastlake/2021-annual-report
About the Publisher
ThatCarHitMe.com is a crash data intelligence platform developed by Injuria.ai, a legal technology company specializing in traffic safety analytics. We aggregate and analyze publicly available government crash data to produce structured intelligence reports for communities, researchers, journalists, and legal professionals. Our reports combine programmatic data retrieval from official open data portals with AI-assisted narrative analysis.
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ThatCarHitMe.com · An Injuria.ai Company
ThatCarHitMe.com
An Injuria.ai Company
Crash Data Intelligence
Data: Ohio Crash Data (ODOT TIMS) · Csv
Period: 2021-01-01 – 2021-12-31
Generated: July 5, 2026 · All rights reserved