What is the most dangerous section of C-470?

The highest-volume section currently in the dataset is near mile marker 18 (C-470 & Mm 18), with 56 crashes and 0 fatalities.

What crash type is most common on C-470?

Rear End crashes are currently the most common on C-470, with 523 incidents in the active dataset.

When do most crashes happen on C-470?

The busiest crash period on C-470 is Evening Rush (4-7 PM), with 353 recorded crashes in that time band.

Where can I view recent crashes on C-470?

Use this page's recent-crashes list and interactive map to review the latest incidents on C-470. You can also open linked county and street pages for more localized crash detail.

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C-470 Accidents in Colorado

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C-470 has 1,109 reported crashes, 393 injuries, and 7 fatalitiesin the current CrashStory dataset. Use this page to inspect dangerous sections, recent incidents, and long-term corridor trends.

C-470 recorded 1,109 crashes in the most recent reporting period, including 7 fatal accidents and 393 injuries. This corridor passes through ARAPAHOE, DOUGLAS, JEFFERSON County.

The most common crash type on C-470 is Rear End (523 incidents). The most dangerous section is near mile marker 18 (C-470 & Mm 18) with 56 crashes on record.

Source: Colorado crash data (CDOT)

Last updated: November 21, 2025

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Recent Crashes

Nov 21, 2025

Possible Injury

C-470 & MM 6.276

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

1 injury

Nov 19, 2025

Property Damage

Most Dangerous Sections

MILE

Mile Marker 18

C-470 & Mm 18

crashes

0 fatalities

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Mile Marker 20

C-470 & Mm 20

Crash Statistics for C-470

Coverage window: Jan 1, 2023 - Nov 21, 2025

1,109

Total Crashes

Fatalities

393

Injuries

REAR_END

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 1, 2023 - Nov 21, 2025

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2025	344	3	123	Rear-End Collision
2024	424	3	170	Rear-End Collision
2023	341	1	100	Rear-End Collision

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Fatal Accidents on C-470

C-470 has recorded 7 fatal accidents in the most recent reporting period. Understanding fatality trends on this corridor is critical for driver safety awareness and accident prevention. High-speed sections, mountain passes, and heavy traffic zones contribute to the elevated fatality rate along this route.

Colorado's highway fatality data is compiled from Colorado crash records and updated regularly. If you or a loved one has been affected by a fatal accident on C-470, legal assistance may be available.

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Disclaimer: Fatality statistics are based on available Colorado DOT records and may not reflect the most recent incidents. Data is provided for informational purposes only.