Fast facts: crashes in Duplin County

Latest official county profile (2023): 1,746 reportable crashes, 20 fatal, 403 non‑fatal injury, and 91 alcohol‑related. Road‑user breakdown: 15 pedestrian crashes (7 fatal), 1 bicycle crash, and 18 motorcycle crashes (3 fatal, 10 injury). Source: 2023 Duplin County Crash Profile (PDF).

Low‑light rural corridorsAngle crashesFarm & local traffic

Current hot spots and fixes

• NC‑11 at Charity Rd and NC‑11 at Register Rd/Stocking Head Rd: converted to all‑way stops in July 2024 to curb angle impacts. NCDOT press
• Charity Rd at Bay Rd: added stop control, stop‑ahead signs, and fresh markings. NCDOT press
• Tram Rd corridor (Bethel Church Rd, Scotts Store Rd, Red Hill Rd): multiple all‑way stop conversions after repeat collisions. NCDOT press

Expect drivers to “re‑learn” these junctions. Approach slower, and watch for cross‑traffic that fails to fully stop.

Why these areas stay risky

• High approach speeds with long, low‑visibility straightaways.
• Mixed farm equipment, local traffic, and frequent left turns.
• Recent control changes not yet part of driver habit.
• Night driving and deer activity increase reaction‑time demands.

Smart driving tips for these corridors

• Lift off the throttle early and cover the brake on every approach.
• Scan for new stop bars, supplemental plaques, and “stop ahead” warnings.
• At dusk and dawn, widen your scan for animals and slow‑moving vehicles.

If you’re hit at a known trouble spot

1. Call 911; get an officer on record. Photograph approach angles, signs, skid marks, sight obstructions.
2. Note the exact intersection and recent control changes.
3. Collect witness names and contact details; preserve dash‑cam or business camera footage quickly.
4. Speak with a local attorney who knows Duplin patterns and NCDOT documentation.

Free case review or call (910) 293-3124.

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