Driving on Michigan's roads can be a beautiful and picturesque experience -- for passengers. If you've driven in the Mitten State, you know it requires constant attention and the ability to escape a potential accident at any moment. A staggering 2,820 fatal accidents occurred in Michigan between 2018 and 2020, so extra caution is advised, especially on the five deadliest roads in Michigan.

Sure, it would be nice to check out the fall foliage or take in a beach scene while driving down the coast, but paying attention to the road is key to surviving your commute in the Great Lakes State.

Michigan's Leading Causes of Fatal Vehicle Accidents

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According to MoneyGeek, of all the factors that lead to fatal vehicle accidents in Michigan, it's no surprise that drunk driving is the biggest culprit, contributing to 28.5% of deadly crashes. While you may think you are fine after "just one drink," even a tiny amount of alcohol can impair your judgment and reaction time. Get an Uber, call a friend, or walk home.

Speeding comes in as the second highest contributing factor to fatal accidents in Michigan, with 28.5% of deadly crashes involving excessive use of the gas pedal. Distracted driving, surprisingly, only contributed to 6.3% of vehicle accidents resulting in death.

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Another statistic to be aware of is the time of year when the most fatal car accidents occur in Michigan. August is the deadliest month for drivers in the Mitten State, which is surprising given our reputation for hazardous winter road conditions.

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If you want to know where the danger zones are, let's reveal Michigan's top five most dangerous roads. Whether you live in Detroit or cruise through the quiet parts of the state, you'll want to know where to be extra cautious.

The 5 Deadliest Roads in the State of Michigan

MoneyGeek.com, using data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Safety Administration (NHTSA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), and the Michigan State Police (MSP) to determine which of Michigan's transportation corridors experience the most fatal accidents. Here's a look at MoneyGeek's 5 Deadliest Roads in the State of Michigan.

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Michigan's 2023 Car / Deer Accidents By County

Michigan is one of the nation's worst states for car/deer collisions, with a herd estimated to be over 2 million strong. Here's an alphabetical, county-by-county look at how many deer were involved in accidents compared to the total number of car accidents in Michigan in 2023, according to data found at MichiganTrafficCrashFacts.org through the Michigan Office of Highway Saftey Planning (OHSP)

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