How many car accidents occur in Routt County each year?

Routt County experiences approximately 1,597 car accidents annually, including 10 fatal crashes and 344 injury accidents.

What is the most common type of car accident in Routt County?

The most common type of car accident in Routt County is Motor Vehicle Crash collisions, accounting for approximately 682 incidents per year.

When do most car accidents occur in Routt County?

Most car accidents in Routt County occur during the evening rush hour (3-7 PM), with approximately 297 crashes during this period.

What should I do after a car accident in Routt County?

After a car accident in Routt County, you should: 1) Ensure everyone's safety and call 911 if needed, 2) Exchange information with other drivers, 3) Document the scene with photos, 4) Report the accident to police, 5) Seek medical attention, 6) Contact your insurance company, and 7) Consider consulting with a personal injury attorney.

How do weather conditions affect accidents in Routt County?

Weather significantly impacts accident rates in Routt County. While most accidents (989) occur in clear conditions, snow and icy conditions lead to approximately many accidents per year, often with more severe outcomes.

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Car Accidents in Routt County, Colorado

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Routt County has 1,597 reported crashes, 344 injuries, and 10 fatalities. Review roads with the most car accidents, recent incidents, and multi-year trend shifts below.

Last updated: 2026-03-16

Total Crashes

1,597

Injuries

344

Fatalities

County Crash Rank

#20

Out of 64 counties

Recent Crashes

Mar 16, 2026

Property Damage

HIGHWAY 40

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Mar 15, 2026

Property Damage

Top Roads With the Most Car Accidents in Routt County

US Highway 40

385

crashes

6 fatalities

124 injuries

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Lincoln Avenue

High-Crash Census Tracts in Routt County

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

Census Tract

Census Tract 5

2025 snapshot + all-time context

35.1 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

152

2025 Injuries

Serious or Fatal

All-Time Crashes

382

Population: 4,334
Density / sq. mi.: 102

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Census Tract

Census Tract 3

2025 snapshot + all-time context

28.8 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Crash Statistics for Routt County

Coverage window: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 16, 2026

1,597

Total Crashes

Fatalities

344

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 16, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	77	0	21	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	531	1	73	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	565	4	157	Motor Vehicle Crash
2023	425	5	93	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash682 (42.7%)

Rear-End Collision200 (12.5%)

Wildlife Collision150 (9.4%)

Parked Vehicle Collision148 (9.3%)

Rollover119 (7.5%)

Broadside (T-Bone)115 (7.2%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)72 (4.5%)

Sideswipe (Opposite Direction)60 (3.8%)

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Fatal Car Accidents in Routt County â€” Statistics & Safety Data

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US Highway 40

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High-Crash Census Tracts in Routt County

Census Tract 5

Census Tract 3

Crash Statistics for Routt County

Crash Totals by Year

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State Highway 131

County Road 129

County Road 14

County Road 27

Mount Werner Road

Pine Grove Road

LINCOLN AVE

Walton Creek Road

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Census Tract 8

Census Tract 7.01

Census Tract 6

Census Tract 7.03

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