These Were MI's Most Dangerous Intersections In 2024: Report

A majority of Michigan's most dangerous intersections are in the metro Detroit area, according to Michigan Auto Law report.

The group used 2024 data from Michigan State Police to determine which intersections saw the most traffic crashes. On their list of the top 20 worst intersections, only two are outside southeastern Michigan.

The group said the leading causes of intersection crashes were: running red lights, disregarding stop signs, disregarding yield signs, failing to yield the right-of-way, disregarding the right-of-way laws, improper left-hand turns, speeding, distracted driving and impaired driving.

"The goal of this report isn't to alarm drivers, but to help them stay informed and safe," Michigan Auto Law President and Attorney Steve Gursten said. "When drivers understand where these dangerous intersections are, and what behaviors contribute to crashes, they can make smarter, safer decisions behind the wheel. Knowledge is one of the most powerful tools we have for preventing accidents."

Here were the top 20 most dangerous roads in Michigan in 2024:

1. 11 Mile Rd/I 696 at Van Dyke Ave, Warren/Centerline, 185 Total Crashes, 26 Injuries (15 percent decrease from 2013).
2. 18 1/2 Mile Road at Van Dyke Avenue, Sterling Heights, 162 Total Crashes, 12 Injuries (Roundabout) (20 percent increase from 2013).
3. Martin Parkway at N Pontiac Trail, Commerce Township, 152 Total Crashes, 9 Injuries (Roundabout) (Total crashes fell from 160 in 2023).
4. Schoolcraft Road at Telegraph Road, Redford Township, 137 Total Crashes, 26 Injuries. (Total crashes fell from 154 in 2023).
5. N. Hamilton Street at Wastnenaw Avenue, Ypsilanti, 132 Total Crashes, 7 Injuries. (Total crashes increased from 12 crashes in 2023.)
6. Orchard Lake Road at 14 Mile Road, Farmington Hills, 109 Total Crashes, 5 Injuries (Roundabout). (Total crashes fell from 132 in 2023).
7. Telegraph Road at 12 Mile Road, Southfield, 106 Total Crashes, 23 Injuries. (Total crashes increased from 99 in 2023).
8. 10 Mile Road at Interstate 94, St Clair Shores, 96 Total Crashes, 21 Injuries (1 fatality). (Total crashes fell from 100 in 2023).
9. Middlebelt Road at Schoolcraft Road, Livonia, 95 Total Crashes, 14 Injuries. (Total crashes increased from 80 in 2023).
10. 11 Mile Road/Interstate 696 at Hoover, Warren, 86 Total Crashes, 18 Injuries (1 fatality). (Same as last year.)
11. State Road at W Ellsworth Road, Ann Arbor, 85 Total Crashes, 5 Injuries (Roundabout). (Total crashes fell from 126 in 2023).
12. Dixie Highway at Interstate 75, Springfield Township, 80 Total Crashes, 19 Injuries. (New to the top 20 ranking.)
13. Lee Road at Whitemore Lake Road, Green Oak Township, 80 Total Crashes, 3 Injuries (Roundabout). (New to the top 20 ranking.)
14. Joy Road at Southfield Freeway, Detroit, 78 Total Crashes, 27 Injuries. (Total crashes increased from 72 in 2023).
15. Southfield Road at West 11 Mile Road, Lathrup Village, 78 Total Crashes, 36 Injuries. (Total crashes fell from 96 in 2023).
16. Hall Road/M-59 at Hayes Road, Macomb Township, 76 Total Crashes, 14 Injuries. (New to the top 20 ranking.)
17. Hall Road/M-59 at Schoenherr, Sterling Heights, 76 Total Crashes, 11 Injuries. (New to the top 20 ranking.)
18. 12 Mile Road at Interstate 94, St. Clair Shores, 75 Total Crashes, 11 Injuries (1 fatality). (New to the top 20 ranking.)
19. US 131 at Wealthy Street, Grand Rapids, 73 Total Crashes, 12 Injuries. (Total crashes fell from 112 in 2023).
20. 11 Mile Road at Gratiot Avenue East, Roseville, 72 Total Crashes, 18 Injuries. (Total crashes fell from 69 in 2023).