How dangerous are the roads in Denver, Colorado?

Denver experiences approximately 45,069 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 Denver?

The most dangerous roads in Denver 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 Denver, 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 Denver, Colorado

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Denver has 45,069 reported crashes, 15,466 injuries, and 216 fatalities. Explore dangerous roads, recent collisions, and trend changes across the city below.

Source: Colorado crash data (CDOT)

Last updated: March 24, 2026

Coverage shown for Denver, Denver County.

Recent Crashes

Mar 24, 2026

Property Damage

900 BLK W 8TH AVE & N KALAMATH ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Mar 24, 2026

Property Damage

Most Dangerous Roads in Denver

Interstate 25

3909

crashes

18 fatalities

1497 injuries

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Interstate 70

2353

High-Crash Census Tracts in Denver

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

Census Tract

Census Tract 21.02

2025 snapshot + all-time context

221.6 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

718

2025 Injuries

237

Serious or Fatal

All-Time Crashes

1,765

Population: 3,240
Density / sq. mi.: 2,819

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Census Tract

Census Tract 15

2025 snapshot + all-time context

110.9 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

472

2025 Injuries

Crash Statistics for Denver

Coverage window: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 24, 2026

45,069

Total Crashes

216

Fatalities

15,466

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 24, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	2,015	8	688	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	16,213	78	5,352	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	15,452	67	5,441	Rear-End Collision
2023	11,389	63	3,985	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash14,549 (32.3%)

Rear-End Collision10,432 (23.1%)

Broadside (T-Bone)6,508 (14.4%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)6,000 (13.3%)

Parked Vehicle Collision4,893 (10.9%)

Pedestrian Crash1,280 (2.8%)

Bicycle Crash651 (1.4%)

Sideswipe (Opposite Direction)315 (0.7%)

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Major Highways Through Denver

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Recent Crashes

Most Dangerous Roads in Denver

Interstate 25

Interstate 70

High-Crash Census Tracts in Denver

Census Tract 21.02

Census Tract 15

Crash Statistics for Denver

Crash Totals by Year

Today's Car Accidents in Denver, Colorado

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Colfax Avenue

Federal Boulevard

Colorado Boulevard

6th Avenue

Alameda Avenue

Evans Avenue

Quebec Street

Speer Boulevard

Census Tract 83.88

Census Tract 19.01

Census Tract 9800.01

Census Tract 41.11

Census Tract 6

Census Tract 16.03

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