Intersections are among the most hazardous places on the road because a lot of things are happening at the same time in a small area and drivers have to make many decisions quickly. At Skinner Accident & Injury Lawyers, we’ve identified the intersections in Jefferson County, West Virginia, that we believe are the most hazardous.
Driver Behaviors That Make Intersections Worse
It only takes a second to glance at your phone, GPS, or radio and miss a stop sign or red light. When traffic is heavy, like it often is on WV Route 340, that distraction becomes even riskier.
Intersections also involve more than just cars. In towns like Shepherdstown and Harpers Ferry, pedestrians and cyclists share the space, while large trucks regularly travel through the area. These bigger vehicles take longer to stop and need more space to turn. Drivers who aren’t paying close attention can cause serious accidents, even at low speeds.
Why It Matters Here
Jefferson County has busy highways, confusing side streets, and narrow backroads. From crowded intersections on Route 340 to small crossroads with poor visibility, these risks show up everywhere. That’s why we highlight them in our Most Dangerous Intersections series, so drivers know where to take extra care. Stay tuned — we’ll soon be focusing on more dangerous intersections in Berkeley County and Frederick County as well.
Intersections are where drivers need to be most alert. Slow down, pay attention, and follow traffic signals to help keep everyone safe.
If you want to check what’s happening right now around Charles Town and Jefferson County, including traffic, delays, and accidents, you can view and share instances from your community here. You can also check out Stephen Skinner discussing this very topic on Pandhandle Radio; you don’t want to miss it!
At Skinner Accident & Injury Lawyers, we regularly see how intersection crashes affect families in our community. That’s why we share what we know so that Jefferson County drivers can stay safe on the roads. No matter if your accident happens in West Virginia, Virginia, or Maryland, we’re ready to stand by your side when you need support most.
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