CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. — Motorcycle crashes continue to plague Montgomery County, with the Tennessee Department of Homeland Security reporting at least 130 incidents every year over the past five years. A significant portion of these accidents have been deadly, prompting local officials to take action in hopes of curbing the rising number of fatalities.
According to data, the most problematic areas for motorcycle crashes in Clarksville and the surrounding areas include Fort Campbell Boulevard, Tiny Town Road, and other local highways. However, Sergeant Dennis Bowles of the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office emphasized that these accidents are not confined to major roads alone. “We have some incidents that happen on side roads, but those are the main roads that have most of the incidents,” Bowles said.
This year alone, Montgomery County has seen 32 motorcycle crashes, 13 of which were fatal. Additionally, ten of those fatal accidents involved the use of drugs and/or alcohol, further complicating the issue. Local authorities are actively exploring ways to combat unsafe motorcycle behaviors, seeking input from the community to better address the causes of these accidents and find effective solutions.
“We haven’t identified specific factors, so we’re going to go at it from all angles,” Bowles explained. “We want to use statistics, gather feedback from the community, and work together to reduce fatal and injury crashes.”
As part of these efforts, the Clarksville-Montgomery County Traffic Safety Taskforce is hosting a Motorcycle Safety Convention on April 26 at the Clarksville-Montgomery County Regional Airport. The event aims to raise awareness about motorcycle safety and foster stronger relationships between first responders and the motorcycle community. The convention will feature a variety of activities, including raffles, vendors, and a bike show with awards. The event is free to the public, and the motorcycle community is encouraged to participate by showcasing their bikes.
The Traffic Safety Taskforce, a group composed of first responders focused on traffic safety, hopes the event will promote dialogue and help identify further strategies to prevent motorcycle crashes in the area.
As the number of motorcycle-related fatalities continues to rise, local authorities remain committed to addressing the issue through education, community engagement, and continued efforts to improve road safety. The upcoming Motorcycle Safety Convention is just one of the steps being taken to build awareness and reduce the risk of future accidents in Montgomery County.
