What is the most dangerous section of Interstate 70?

The highest-volume section currently in the dataset is near mile marker 212 (Interstate 70 & Mm 212), with 78 crashes and 0 fatalities.

What crash type is most common on Interstate 70?

Motor Vehicle Crash crashes are currently the most common on Interstate 70, with 16,851 incidents in the active dataset.

When do most crashes happen on Interstate 70?

The busiest crash period on Interstate 70 is Midday (9 AM-4 PM), with 7,896 recorded crashes in that time band.

Where can I view recent crashes on Interstate 70?

Use this page's recent-crashes list and interactive map to review the latest incidents on Interstate 70. You can also open linked county and street pages for more localized crash detail.

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Interstate 70 Accidents in Colorado

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Interstate 70 has 24,602 reported crashes, 4,075 injuries, and 150 fatalities. Review dangerous sections, recent incidents, and long-term corridor trends below.

Interstate 70 recorded 24,602 crashes in the most recent reporting period, including 150 fatal accidents and 4,075 injuries. This corridor passes through ADAMS, ARAPAHOE, CLEAR CREEK, and 10 other Colorado counties.

The most common crash type on Interstate 70 is Not Applicable (16,851 incidents). The most dangerous section is near mile marker 212 (Interstate 70 & Mm 212) with 78 crashes on record.

Source: Colorado crash data (CDOT)

Last updated: February 25, 2026

Coverage shown for the Interstate 70 corridor.

Recent Crashes

Feb 25, 2026

Property Damage

INTERSTATE 70, Silver Plume

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 24, 2026

Property Damage

Most Dangerous Sections

MILE

212

Mile Marker 212

Interstate 70 & Mm 212

crashes

0 fatalities

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MILE

244

Mile Marker 244

False & MM 244

Crash Statistics for Interstate 70

Coverage window: Jan 1, 2013 - Feb 25, 2026

24,602

Total Crashes

150

Fatalities

4,075

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 1, 2013 - Feb 25, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	405	3	74	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	4,108	39	1,155	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	4,802	37	1,449	Motor Vehicle Crash
2023	4,259	31	1,065	Motor Vehicle Crash
2022	907	3	35	Motor Vehicle Crash
2021	977	5	26	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Fatal Accidents on Interstate 70

Interstate 70 has recorded 150 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 Interstate 70, 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.

Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash16,851 (68.5%)

Rear-End Collision3,070 (12.5%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)2,129 (8.7%)

Fixed-Object Collision1,075 (4.4%)

Rollover588 (2.4%)

Wildlife Collision522 (2.1%)

Parked Vehicle Collision199 (0.8%)

Broadside (T-Bone)74 (0.3%)

Interstate 70 FAQ

Interstate 70 has 24,602 recorded crashes from 2013-01-01 to 2026-02-25, including 150 fatal crashes and 4,075 injury crashes in CrashStory's Colorado dataset.