Bike crash hotspots in West Sacramento, CA
86 bike crashes were reported in West Sacramento from 2021–2025, 7 of them serious or fatal (2 fatal). Below are the spots where they keep happening, what usually goes wrong at each one, and what to watch for.
Also: Pedestrian crash hotspots in West Sacramento (72 crashes)
How people on bikes get hit in West Sacramento
- 64% were side-impact crashes at junctions (drivers pulling out or turning across).
- 16% were sideswipes (close passes, right hooks, car doors).
- 13% were riders hit from behind.
- 29% happened after dark.
Where bike crashes cluster
Spots with 3 or more reported crashes within about 250 m, worst first.
1. West Capitol Ave & Jefferson Blvd
6 crashesSide-impact crashes at the junction
5 of 6 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
2. Harbor Bl & West Capitol Av
4 crashes · 1 serious or fatalSide-impact crashes at the junction
2 of 4 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
3. 3rd St & Tower Bridge Gateway
6 crashesSide-impact crashes at the junction
5 of 6 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal. 67% happened after dark.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
- → Use a front and rear light, even on lit streets.
4. West Capitol Ave & Westacre Rd
4 crashesSide-impact crashes at the junction
4 of 4 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
5. West Capitol Av & Merkley Av
4 crashesSide-impact crashes at the junction
3 of 4 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
6. West Capitol Av & Sycamore Av
4 crashesSide-impact crashes at the junction
3 of 4 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
7. Sacramento Av & Jefferson Bl
3 crashesSide-impact crashes at the junction
2 of 3 crashes were broadside: a vehicle hit at an angle, usually a driver pulling out of a side street or driveway, turning across, or running the signal.
- → Slow down approaching the junction, watch drivers' front wheels at side streets and driveways, and don't assume a driver waiting to turn has seen you.
8. West Capitol Ave & Poplar Ave
3 crashesA mix of crash types
67% happened after dark.
- → No single crash pattern stands out here. Slow down, stay visible, and leave extra room.
- → Use a front and rear light, even on lit streets.
Bike crashes in West Sacramento by year
| Year | Crashes | Serious/fatal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 10 | 0 | |
| 2022 | 18 | 2 | |
| 2023 | 17 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 20 | 1 | |
| 2025 | 21 | 3 |
Common questions about West Sacramento
- Where do the most bike crashes happen in West Sacramento?
- The worst spot is West Capitol Ave & Jefferson Blvd, with 6 reported bike crashes from 2021–2025. Next are Harbor Bl & West Capitol Av (4) and 3rd St & Tower Bridge Gateway (6).
- How many cyclists were killed in West Sacramento?
- 2 crashes killed someone in 86 reported bike crashes in West Sacramento from 2021–2025, and 7 left someone seriously hurt or killed.
- How do cyclists usually get hit in West Sacramento?
- 64% were side-impact crashes at junctions (drivers pulling out or turning across). 16% were sideswipes (close passes, right hooks, car doors). 13% were riders hit from behind. 29% happened after dark.
- How many bike crashes happen in West Sacramento each year?
- Reported bike crashes with map locations: 2021: 10, 2022: 18, 2023: 17, 2024: 20, 2025: 21. The latest year can rise as late reports come in.
- Where does this data come from?
- Police crash reports in the California Crash Reporting System (CCRS), published by the state on data.ca.gov. Only crashes reported with map coordinates are counted, so the real totals are higher.
Nearby cities
Source: California Crash Reporting System (CCRS), 2021–2025. Only crashes reported with map coordinates are counted, and many city police reports have none, so these numbers are lower than the real total. Busy streets show more crashes partly because more people use them. Data last rebuilt 2026-09-22. How the data works.