What is the deadliest highway in the United States?

First, we found the deadliest single mile in the entire United States – a one-mile section of I-95 in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This section of I-95 is the deadliest mile in the United States. From 2000 and 2019, 23 fatal crashes (and 24 deaths) occurred on this one-mile stretch of highway.



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The majority of accidents on three-lane highways involve the right lane. Because cars are merging, accelerating, and slowing down frequently, this lane presents the highest risk of an accident. When people driving in the right lane lose focus or fail to check blind spots, accidents frequently occur.

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Dangerous American roads FAQ Regarding the most fatalities per 100 miles, Interstate 95 (I-95) is considered the most dangerous road in America.

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Your Chances of Dying in a Car Accident Are Low According to the NSC (National Safety Council), motor vehicle collisions are the 8th leading cause of death in America. On average, an accident only has a 1 in 101 chance of killing you.

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