Here Are The 10 Most Dangerous, Deadly Places In Oklahoma
Every state has specific places that are more dangerous than others, and the Sooner State is no exception – there are several dangerous places to avoid in Oklahoma. From intersections to neighborhoods to tornado-ridden areas, these 10 places are some of the most dangerous places in Oklahoma.
According to Popular Mechanics Magazine, the I-44 tornado corridor was listed as one of the most dangerous places on the planet. There have been more than 140 tornadoes in the region, dating back to the early 1900s. In the picture above, these cars are taking refuge under an overpass in the I-44 corridor as a tornado passes through the area.
Interstate 44, I-44, Oklahoma City, OK, USA
2. The 5-Mile Stretch of I-35 between SE 15th and NE 36th in Oklahoma City
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) lists this stretch of highway as the most dangerous in the state. Many traffic-related deaths occur every year on this highway. Between 2007 and 2012, when the data was recorded, 15 people were killed in car crashes on that stretch. The number one reason for these accidents is due to driver inattention.
Interstate 35, I-35, Oklahoma City, OK, USA
3. Broken Arrow Expressway at Memorial Drive in Tulsa
The Broken Arrow Expressway and the Memorial exit is the most dangerous intersection in Tulsa. The road sees a very high volume of traffic daily, and unfortunately, many injury wrecks have occurred at the BA Expressway and Memorial. Two other locations on the BA Expressway - at Sheridan Road and Lewis Avenue - also top the list of dangerous intersections, earning this roadway a top spot on our list of the most dangerous places in Oklahoma.
Broken Arrow Expressway, Broken Arrow Expy, Broken Arrow, OK, USA
Find the Home took a look at the FBI's 2014 Crime Report and created a list of the top 30 Most Dangerous Counties in the country. The data was based on violent crime rates, including murder. Carter County made the list at #22 as the most dangerous county in America. The number of violent crimes per 100k people: 938.1; number of violent crimes reported: 453.
Carter County, OK, USA
5. On I-240 between the Will Rogers Airport and South Eastern Avenue
As the second-worst highway in Oklahoma City, this stretch saw 14 deaths
between 2007 and 2012. ODOT continually reminds drivers to stay alert and always keep their eyes on the road.
One of our state's most beautiful places is also one of the most dangerous places in Oklahoma. Many drownings occur every year at multiple lakes across the state. Not only can the lakes be deadly, but they can also be very dangerous. At the top of the list of dangerous lakes are Kaw Lake, Oologah Lake, Sooner Lake, and Eufaula Lake. All have dangers such as tree stumps, sandbars, and shallow water filled with sticks or rocks. Please remember to never swim alone, know the danger zones, and wear a life jacket.
7. E Mohawk Blvd and N. Cincinnati Ave in North Tulsa
Neighborhood Scout created a list of the top 25 most dangerous neighborhoods in the country based on their data gathered from the FBI and local law enforcement. This neighborhood in North Tulsa made the list at #9. What's your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime in this area? 1 in 13.
Mohawk Boulevard, Mohawk Blvd, Tulsa, OK, USA
8. NE 36th St. and N. Martin Luther King Ave., Oklahoma City
Another neighborhood that has made the list of the 25 worst neighborhoods in the U.S. is NE 36th and N. Martin Luther King Ave in Oklahoma City. Those living below the poverty line include half the families in this neighborhood. And the chance of being a victim is 1 in 12.
The most dangerous suburb in Oklahoma and the fourth most dangerous in the country is Midwest City, according to the Movoto Real Estate blog. Their data reports one in 17 people will be a victim of a crime. On a positive note, Midwest City had the fourth lowest violent crime of any in their top 10 list.
This intersection is considered the second most dangerous in Tulsa. From the nearby mall, Union School traffic, and hospitals, this busy intersection has an accident every few days. Of those accidents, police handled 94 of them in 2015.
Tulsa, OK, USA
Do you agree with this list? Are these the most dangerous places in Oklahoma? Know of any other dangerous places to avoid in Oklahoma? Have you had any bad experiences in any of the areas mentioned above? Please share your thoughts with us.
The spots listed above might be among the most dangerous places in Oklahoma, but they’re not the only risks residents face. There are a few others, and to prove it, here are the biggest risks of living in Oklahoma.
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What is the worst place to live in Oklahoma?
After reviewing the list above, it should come as no surprise that Tulsa is among the most dangerous cities in Oklahoma. In fact, the Sooner State’s second-largest city is often ranked the most dangerous place to live in Oklahoma. In 2020, there were 72 murders reported in Tulsa, earning it the second-highest violent crime rate in the state. To put that further into perspective, residents of Tulsa have a 1 in 88 chance of being the victim of assault, rape, robbery, and murder. Property crime is also an issue in the city. According to statistics, there were over 4,400 burglaries in 2020 alone!
What are the weirdest things about Oklahoma?
Just like you might not have known about the most dangerous places in Oklahoma, you might not be aware of all the weird and wonderful facts about the Sooner State. For instance, did you know that whaling is illegal in Oklahoma? Seems like a strange law, considering there are no oceans in Oklahoma. The odd facts associated with the state do not end there, though. Another strange state fact is that Oklahoma is the only state where a person has been hit with space debris. (Yep, you read that right.) According to reports, in 1997, Lottie Williams was walking in a Tulsa park when her shoulder was hit by a piece of a disintegrating rocket.
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Ashley has lived in Oklahoma for 25 years and is the Oklahoma staff writer for onlyinyourstate.com. When she isn't exploring Oklahoma, she enjoys visiting the beaches of California.
