Grand Rapids Most Dangerous Intersections

Michigan Auto Law's Grand Rapids attorneys are often asked where the most dangerous intersections are within large Michigan cities. We've collected statistics to protect drivers from the high-risk areas:

2011 Top Ten Dangerous Intersections in Grand Rapids, Michigan

1. 28th St SE @ Eastern Ave SE
2. 28th St SE @ Breton Rd SE
3. 28th St SE @ Broadmoor Ave SE
4. 28th St SE @ East Paris Ave SE
5. 28th St SE @ S Division Ave
6. 28th St SE @ Kalamazoo Ave SE
7. Michigan St NW @ Ottawa Ave
8. 44th St SE @ Kalamazoo Ave SE
9. 44th St SE @ Eastern Ave SE
10. 44th St SE @ Breton Rd SE

Source: Michigan State Police Traffic Crash Reporting System - High Crash Intersection Report

As you can see from this list, 28th Street has over half the dangerous intersections. As most residents know, this is one of the busiest streets in the area with lots of traffic visiting local businesses and retail stores. Use caution in this area as well as on 44th street.

In addition to these statistics, our attorneys are also asked when more car crashes occur. Consider the following statewide data from the 2010 Michigan Traffic Crash Facts:

• More fatal crashes occurred between 3:00 and 5:59 PM than any other time period.
• More fatal crashes occurred on Friday than any other day.
• More fatal crashes occurred in August than any other month.

Source: Michigan State Police, October 2011

Have you or someone you know been injured at one of these intersections in the Grand Rapids area? Contact an auto accident attorney at or fill out our free consultation form.

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