The left turn at Santa Lucia Canyon on Highway 1, recognized as California's most perilous intersection, has been the focus of safety discussions among Santa Barbara County officials and Caltrans. Between July 2018 and June 2022, 22 collisions, including the tragic incident that claimed the life of an 11-year-old girl, underscored the need for safety enhancements. Proposed solutions feature potential left turn closures, designed to address the intersection's threat to public safety, with a public meeting scheduled for March 12 to gather community feedback on these plans.
The left turn onto Highway 1 at Santa Lucia Canyon is recognized as the most dangerous intersection in Santa Barbara County, highlighted by 22 recorded collisions since 2018.
Santa Barbara County officials, alongside Caltrans, discussed preventive measures due to its reputation, including the potential closure of the left turn for safety improvements.
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