Mineola, NY — Accident Reports & Safety Information
Traffic accident reports, road safety data, emergency resources, and legal information for Mineola, Nassau County, New York.
Overview
- Type
- Village
- County
- Nassau County
- Population
- 20,558
- ZIP Codes
- 11501
- Coordinates
- 40.7498°N, 73.6429°W
Emergency Resources
Hospitals
- NYU Winthrop Hospital — 259 1st St, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 663-0333
Police
- Mineola Police Department — 135 Marcellus Rd, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 746-2350
- NCPD 7th Precinct — 285 Merrick Ave, East Meadow, NY 11554 | (516) 573-7700
Courts
- Nassau County Supreme Court — 100 Supreme Court Dr, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 571-2904
- Nassau County District Court — 99 Main St, Hempstead, NY 11550 | (516) 572-2355
- Mineola Village Justice Court — 135 Marcellus Rd, Mineola, NY 11501 | (516) 746-2350
Major Roads Through Mineola
Recent Incidents
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Accident Statistics
Historical accident statistics coming soon.
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
Is Mineola a dangerous area for traffic accidents?
Mineola has several high-risk corridors, particularly Old Country Road through the village center and the Route 25 (Jericho Turnpike) approaches from the east and west. As the Nassau County seat, Mineola has significant courthouse and hospital traffic that creates pedestrian-vehicle conflicts, especially along 1st Street and Willis Avenue near NYU Winthrop Hospital.
What court handles car accident cases in Mineola?
Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Dr in Mineola is where most significant personal injury lawsuits in Nassau County are filed and tried. Traffic violations are heard at the Mineola Village Justice Court for local infractions, or at Nassau County District Court in Hempstead for county-level cases.
Where is NYU Winthrop Hospital in Mineola?
NYU Winthrop Hospital is located at 259 1st Street in Mineola, NY 11501. The emergency department entrance is on 1st Street. It is one of Long Island's largest hospitals and serves as a major trauma referral center for central Nassau County.