Is Highway 99 in California the most dangerous?

According to a study, State Route 99 has been labeled as the most dangerous highway in the United States. That is because more fatal accidents occur on this highway that runs through Central California than any other than the highway. In addition, this highway has a high rate of drunk driving and speeding.



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