Dangerous Roadway Intersections for Bicyclists in Chico
Over the last month and a half, there have been two major accidents involving bicyclists in Chico. The most recent took place on Friday, July 17, 2020, and left one person in critical condition while the other occurred on Saturday, June 20, 2020, and cost a cyclist his life. While accidents are rare, all it takes is a single crash to leave you with injuries that can change your life, and cyclists in the area should do what they can to stay safe. One of the best ways to do so is to learn about where bicycle accidents tend to happen in your city.
Chico Bicycle Collisions Overview
According to local agencies, there were 3,328 car accidents that caused serious injuries in Chico from 2008 through 2019. Out of these accidents, 579 (or 17.4 percent) involved a bicyclist. These cyclist-involved auto accidents caused four deaths and 593 injuries. According to available data, the majority of these accidents are either caused by driving or biking on the wrong side of the road or motorists violating cyclist’s right-of-way.
Most Dangerous Intersections
The following intersections saw the highest number of injury-involved bicycle accidents in Chico. The intersections are listed from most to least dangerous next to the number of bicycle/vehicle collisions that took place within 250 feet of the location during 2008-2019.
- 1st Avenue at Esplanade, 9
- East Avenue at White Avenue, 9
- East Avenue at Esplanade, 8
- East Avenue at Pillsbury Road, 7
- 5th Street at Walnut Street, 6
- Ceanothus Avenue at East Avenue, 6
- Cohasset Road at Esplanade, 6
- Cohasset Road at East Avenue, 6
- 12th Street at Park Avenue, 5
- 9th Avenue at Esplanade Avenue, 5
What Makes a Particular Area Dangerous For Cyclists?
Certain areas of cities tend to see higher numbers of cyclist accidents. In many cases, this is simply because the area has a high volume of traffic, leading to more chances for crashes to happen. However, in many cases, there is an issue with the roadway itself.
Roads can be dangerous for cyclists for a number of reasons. A serious pavement defect can have a major effect on cyclists because their tires are small and easily thrown off-course. In many places, a lack of bicycle lanes makes it difficult for cyclists to travel safely, or there isn’t adequate signage to warn drivers and bicyclists of upcoming hazards. Another big issue for cyclists is a lack of proper lighting, making it difficult for drivers to see them at night. If an issue with the road caused an accident, the government responsible for that road may be considered liable in an accident case.
Calling an Injury Lawyer in Chico
One of the most important steps to take after a serious bicycle accident is calling a skilled Chico personal injury lawyer. In many cases, collision survivors are able to recover payments for lost income, medical bills, and other damages that they’ve suffered.
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Chico Personal Injury Lawyer
I’m Ed Smith, a Chico personal injury lawyer that has worked in the area for more than 38 years. If you’ve been hurt during a serious collision, contact me at either (800) 404-5400 or (530) 392-9400 and receive free, friendly advice.
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