How many car accidents occur in San Miguel County each year?

San Miguel County experiences approximately 463 car accidents annually, including 6 fatal crashes and 119 injury accidents.

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

The most common type of car accident in San Miguel County is Motor Vehicle Crash collisions, accounting for approximately 220 incidents per year.

When do most car accidents occur in San Miguel County?

Most car accidents in San Miguel County occur during the evening rush hour (3-7 PM), with approximately 79 crashes during this period.

What should I do after a car accident in San Miguel County?

After a car accident in San Miguel 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 San Miguel County?

Weather significantly impacts accident rates in San Miguel County. While most accidents (277) 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 San Miguel County, Colorado

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San Miguel County has 463 reported crashes, 119 injuries, and 6 fatalities. Review roads with the most car accidents, recent incidents, and multi-year trend shifts below.

Last updated: 2026-04-13

Total Crashes

463

Injuries

119

Fatalities

County Crash Rank

#41

Out of 64 counties

Recent Crashes

Apr 13, 2026

Property Damage

HIGHWAY 145

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Apr 6, 2026

Property Damage

Top Roads With the Most Car Accidents in San Miguel County

State Highway 145

157

crashes

4 fatalities

65 injuries

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State Highway 62

High-Crash Census Tracts in San Miguel County

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

Census Tract

Census Tract 9681.03

2025 snapshot + all-time context

29.9 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Serious or Fatal

All-Time Crashes

201

Population: 2,074
Density / sq. mi.: 6

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Census Tract

Census Tract 9681.02

2025 snapshot + all-time context

12.2 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Crash Statistics for San Miguel County

Coverage window: Jan 1, 2023 - Apr 13, 2026

463

Total Crashes

Fatalities

119

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 1, 2023 - Apr 13, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	41	0	9	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	117	0	34	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	164	4	50	Motor Vehicle Crash
2023	141	2	26	Motor Vehicle Crash

Yearly rows are shown to make trend direction and recency explicit for San Miguel County.

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Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash220 (47.5%)

Parked Vehicle Collision59 (12.7%)

Rollover46 (9.9%)

Rear-End Collision41 (8.9%)

Sideswipe (Opposite Direction)32 (6.9%)

Wildlife Collision31 (6.7%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)13 (2.8%)

Broadside (T-Bone)11 (2.4%)

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

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Car Accidents in San Miguel County, Colorado

Recent Crashes

Top Roads With the Most Car Accidents in San Miguel County

State Highway 145

State Highway 62

High-Crash Census Tracts in San Miguel County

Census Tract 9681.03

Census Tract 9681.02

Crash Statistics for San Miguel County

Crash Totals by Year

Crashes by Type

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Mountain Village Boulevard

Colorado Avenue

State Highway 141

HWY 145

Adams Ranch Road

HIGHWAY 145

Fir Street

San Joaquin Road

Census Tract 9682

Census Tract 9681.01

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