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Santa Rosa Accident Statistics

Santa Rosa sees elevated DUI rates due to wine country tourism. US-101 through downtown is a frequent accident location.

Quick Statistics

Population178,127
Total Crashes2,280
Fatal Crashes18
Injury Crashes780
Fatality Rate10.1/100K
YoY Change+1.8%

Accident Type Breakdown

420
DUI Accidents
18.4% of all crashes
520
Speeding Accidents
22.8% of all crashes
180
Pedestrian Accidents
7.9% of all crashes
180
Truck Accidents
Commercial vehicle crashes
200
Bicycle Accidents
120
Motorcycle Accidents
200
Hit-and-Run Accidents

Dangerous Intersections

  • 1Santa Rosa Ave & Sebastopol Rd
  • 2Mendocino Ave & College Ave
  • 3Farmers Ln & Montgomery
  • 44th St & Mendocino

High-Risk Highways

  • US-101High accident corridor
  • SR-12High accident corridor
  • SR-116High accident corridor

Peak Accident Times

  • 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
  • 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Wine country weekends
  • Friday evenings

Top Causes of Accidents in Santa Rosa

#1
DUI
#2
Speeding
#3
Distracted Driving
#4
Wine Country Traffic
#5
Bicycle Accidents

Frequently Asked Questions

How many car accidents occur in Santa Rosa each year?

Santa Rosa experiences approximately 2,280 traffic accidents annually, with 780 resulting in injuries and 18 being fatal.

What are the most dangerous intersections in Santa Rosa?

The most dangerous intersections in Santa Rosa include: Santa Rosa Ave & Sebastopol Rd, Mendocino Ave & College Ave, Farmers Ln & Montgomery, 4th St & Mendocino. These locations see elevated accident rates due to traffic volume and design factors.

What is the fatality rate for Santa Rosa traffic accidents?

Santa Rosa has a traffic fatality rate of 10.1 per 100,000 population, compared to the California state average of 10.9.

What are the main causes of accidents in Santa Rosa?

The top causes of car accidents in Santa Rosa are: DUI, Speeding, Distracted Driving, Wine Country Traffic, Bicycle Accidents. Understanding these factors can help drivers stay safer on local roads.

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