⚠️ Most Dangerous Intersections in Des Moines
These locations see the highest concentration of pedestrian accidents. Extra caution is advised.
1
Fleur & Army Post
High accident frequency
2
University & 42nd
High accident frequency
3
Hickman & Merle Hay
High accident frequency
4
Douglas & 6th
High accident frequency
5
Euclid & E 14th
High accident frequency
🚶 Pedestrian Infrastructure in Des Moines
✓
Downtown improvements
✓
State Capitol area
✓
Principal Park district
📍 What Makes Des Moines Unique for Pedestrians
State Fair event crowds
Downtown revitalization
Limited sidewalk coverage
⚖️ Iowa Pedestrian Laws
⏱️ Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file your claim
⚖️ Fault System
Modified comparative fault (51%)
🚶 Crosswalk Law
moderate
📊 Death Rate
1.3 per 100k
🏥 Major Trauma Centers in Des Moines
🏥 MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
🏥 UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
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