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Brevard County’s roads are growing busier with tourism, space industry traffic, and population booms, leading to more crashes. According to the latest data from the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization (SCTPO) and Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), covering 2018–2022 crashes with updates through mid-2025, Brevard saw over 72,000 total incidents, with intersections accounting for a significant portion. In 2024 alone, Melbourne reported 3,654 crashes, including 85 serious injuries and 27 fatalities.
In this article, we want to share with you the 5 most dangerous intersections according to the available data. Remember, Florida’s no-fault laws may apply, but if injuries exceed thresholds, consulting an attorney early maximizes your claim.
1. Babcock Street & Palm Bay Road (Palm Bay, just south of Melbourne)
In the last 2 years alone, there have been 150+ crashes with 5 fatalities, including 2 pedestrian accidents. This intersection sees 67,453 vehicles daily from 10 lanes. Causes of accidents are often red-light runners and people turning without looking for pedestrians. Efforts have been made to make the intersection safer, but so far, the results have not reflected any tangible improvement.
2. U.S. 1 & Eau Gallie Boulevard
Many of you know this intersection all too well. It’s a large are which is slightly complicated by the topography of the land. You come around the corner when heading north and bam, there it is. With 54 annual crashes, this busy corridor sees T-bone wrecks from high-speed merges and tourist unfamiliarity. Nine lanes amplify confusion, especially during rush hour near shopping districts. Pedestrians crossing this intersection rarely feel safe.
3. Wickham Road & U.S. 192
This intersection sees 60,377 vehicles daily. In 2024-25, there were 110 crashes: 3 fatalities, including a 2024 multi-vehicle pileup. Buildings on all four corners cause limited visibility besides what is directly in front of the driver. Still, sideswipes and rear-end collisions seem to make up the bulk of the accidents.
4. Eau Gallie Boulevard & Wickham Road
In 2024-25 alone, there were 95 crashes: 2 fatalities, 20 injuries (8 pedestrian). 2025 Vision Zero updates highlight it for high severity scores. Even with clearly marked signs for pedestrians and “No turn on red” signs, people still zoom through the intersection, sometimes with fatal consequences.
5. U.S. 1 & Post Road
Part of U.S. 1’s “crash corridor” (148 incidents yearly), this spot sees semis and locals clashing amid construction detours. A November 2024 semi crash shut it down for hours, underscoring visibility issues. In 2024-25, there were 85 crashes: 3 fatalities, including a hit-and-run.
If you have been involved in an accident, it is in your best interest to contact an attorney as soon as you possibly can. There are many factors at play, and you need to protect yourself as well as seek financial compensation. There is a myriad of things which need to be accomplished in the timeline following an accident. Having a professional attorney located right here in Melbourne, Florida is a key piece to managing this situation successfully.