Massapequa, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information
Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Massapequa, Nassau County, New York.
Overview
- Type
- Hamlet
- County
- Nassau County
- Population
- 21,685
- ZIP Codes
- 11758, 11762
- Coordinates
- 40.6676°N, 73.4732°W
Emergency Resources
Hospitals
- Mount Sinai South Nassau — 1 Healthy Way, Oceanside, NY 11572 | (516) 632-3000
- Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center — 1000 Montauk Hwy, West Islip, NY 11795 | (631) 376-3000
Police
- NCPD 7th Precinct — 285 Merrick Ave, East Meadow, NY 11554 | (516) 573-7700
Courts
- Nassau County District Court — 99 Main St, Hempstead, NY 11550 | (516) 572-2355
- Nassau County Supreme Court — 100 Supreme Court Dr, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 571-2904
Major Roads Through Massapequa
Recent Incidents
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Accident Statistics
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Data is sourced from NYSDOT and local police reports.
Seasonal Hazards
Winter
Black ice on local roads, reduced visibility during nor'easters. Allow extra stopping distance on bridges and overpasses.
Spring
Flooding risk on low-lying roads after heavy rain. Watch for road debris following winter storms.
Summer
Increased beach traffic on weekends. Pedestrian activity near parks and commercial areas peaks July–August.
Fall
Wet leaves create slippery road surfaces. Reduced daylight increases risk during evening rush hour.
Safety Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What are traffic conditions like on Merrick Road in Massapequa?
Merrick Road (Alternate US-27) through Massapequa Park and Massapequa is one of the busiest commercial corridors in southern Nassau County. The stretch between Unqua Road and the Seaford border sees chronic congestion during peak hours, with frequent rear-end and angle collisions at commercial driveways. The intersection with Broadway is particularly hazardous.
How does the Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway affect Massapequa?
Route 135 forms the western boundary of Massapequa, and its southern terminus at Sunrise Highway (near Exit 1) is a major traffic-generation point. The service roads parallel to Route 135 see high volumes of local traffic that conflicts with expressway ramp movements. The Massapequa Lake area near the expressway terminus is especially congested on weekends.
Where is the closest emergency room to Massapequa?
Mount Sinai South Nassau in Oceanside is approximately 15 minutes north and west and is the primary emergency facility for the Massapequa area. Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip is approximately 15 minutes east and is a convenient alternative for residents in the eastern part of the hamlet.