King County is home to 11 of the 30 most crash-prone intersections in the state, according to a study by an Arlington personal injury law firm.
Wells Trumbell analyzed Washington State Patrol collision data from 2011 to 2024 and identified the 30 intersections with the highest tally of crashes in that span. King County had the most intersections listed with 11, and they were all outside of Seattle.
“As cities expand and suburban areas develop, road design and infrastructure are increasingly scrutinized for safety,” according to the legal team at Wells Trumbell. “Among the many factors considered, intersections stand out as critical points where traffic flow, visibility, and signal timing can significantly impact driver safety. Intersections are among the most common locations for crashes.”…