How dangerous are the roads in Aurora, Colorado?

Aurora experiences approximately 840 car accidents annually. While this may seem high, it's important to consider the city's population and traffic volume when assessing road safety.

What are the most dangerous roads in Aurora?

The most dangerous roads in Aurora are typically major arterials and highways with high traffic volumes. These areas see higher crash rates due to speed differences and frequent lane changes.

How long do I have to file a car accident claim in Aurora, Colorado?

In Colorado, you generally have 3 years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim and 2 years for wrongful death claims. However, it's best to consult with an attorney promptly to protect your rights.

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Car Accidents in Aurora, Colorado

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Aurora has 840 reported crashes, 550 injuries, and 9 fatalities. Explore dangerous roads, recent collisions, and trend changes across the city below.

Source: Colorado crash data (CDOT)

Last updated: July 22, 2024

Coverage shown for Aurora, Arapahoe County.

Recent Crashes

Jul 22, 2024

Property Damage

True & I-225 RAMPS

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Jul 1, 2024

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Most Dangerous Roads in Aurora

S PARKER RD

crashes

0 fatalities

24 injuries

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E COLFAX AVE

High-Crash Census Tracts in Aurora

Census tracts show which smaller areas inside Aurora carry the highest crash volume in the active CrashStory dataset.

Census Tract

Census Tract 811.01

2025 snapshot + all-time context

0 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

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All-Time Crashes

Population: 4,664
Density / sq. mi.: 5,794

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Census Tract

Census Tract 810.01

2025 snapshot + all-time context

0 / 1k in 2025

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Crash Statistics for Aurora

Coverage window: Jan 4, 2023 - Jul 22, 2024

840

Total Crashes

Fatalities

550

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 4, 2023 - Jul 22, 2024

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2024	97	0	53	Motor Vehicle Crash
2023	743	9	497	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Today's Car Accidents in Aurora, Colorado

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Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash840 (100.0%)

Monthly Crash Trends

Coverage window: Jan 4, 2023 - Jul 22, 2024

6 crashes

Jan

11 crashes

Feb

23 crashes

Mar

47 crashes

Apr

12 crashes

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Major Highways Through Aurora

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Car Accidents in Aurora, Colorado

Recent Crashes

Most Dangerous Roads in Aurora

S PARKER RD

E COLFAX AVE

High-Crash Census Tracts in Aurora

Census Tract 811.01

Census Tract 810.01

Crash Statistics for Aurora

Crash Totals by Year

Today's Car Accidents in Aurora, Colorado

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E MISSISSIPPI AVE

E 6TH AVE

E HAMPDEN AVE

E ILIFF AVE

I-225 NB

S HAVANA ST

S BUCKLEY RD

E QUINCY AVE

Census Tract 73.01

Census Tract 818

Census Tract 74

Census Tract 804

Census Tract 73.02

Census Tract 814

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