Rock Island County Ranks Tenth in Illinois for Vehicle-Deer Crashes
According to 2025 Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) statistics, Rock Island County ranked tenth among Illinois counties for vehicle-deer crashes, reporting 310 incidents.
Davenport Rock Island Moline, IA, October 13, 2026 —
Rock Island County has been identified as ranking tenth among all Illinois counties for the number of vehicle-deer crashes, according to recent statistics released by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the year 2025. The county reported a total of 310 such incidents during the specified period.
These statistics highlight a significant trend in traffic incidents involving wildlife across the state. Vehicle-deer collisions can pose substantial risks to drivers, leading to property damage, injuries, and in some cases, fatalities. The Illinois Department of Transportation compiles data annually to track traffic safety trends and inform public awareness campaigns and infrastructure planning.
The ranking places Rock Island County among the top ten counties statewide for this specific type of accident. While the exact causes for the higher incidence in certain counties are not detailed in the provided statistics, factors such as rural road networks, habitat proximity, and seasonal migration patterns of deer are often associated with increased vehicle-wildlife encounters.
The IDOT’s statistical reporting serves as a crucial resource for understanding road safety challenges. Further details regarding the methodology for data collection or specific preventative measures being considered or implemented in relation to these rankings were not immediately available. The full scope of counties and their respective crash numbers are part of the comprehensive data released by the department.
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