Durango, Colorado

Head-On Collisions in Durango, Colorado

Frontal collisions between two vehicles traveling in opposite directions. Learn about head-on accidents in Durango, common causes, typical injuries, and find specialized accident lawyers who can help with your case.

Crash Statistics for Durango

Total Crashes

Fatalities

Injuries

HEAD_ON

Most Common Type

Common Causes of Head-On Collisions

1
Wrong-way driving
Wrong-way driving is a leading factor in head-on accidents throughout Durango.
2
Passing on two-lane roads
Passing on two-lane roads is a leading factor in head-on accidents throughout Durango.
3
Impaired driving
Impaired driving is a leading factor in head-on accidents throughout Durango.
4
Distraction
Distraction is a leading factor in head-on accidents throughout Durango.

Common Injuries from Head-On Collisions

Traumatic brain injury

Chest injuries

Facial injuries

Fatal injuries

Monthly Crash Trends

1 crashes

Feb

1 crashes

Apr

1 crashes

Jun

2 crashes

Aug

1 crashes

Sep

2 crashes

Oct

Average: 1 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Oct 25, 2025

Serious Injury

Highway 160a & Mm 86.112

8 injuries reported. Serious Injury collision.

2 injuries reported. Possible Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Sep 1, 2024

Property Damage

Junction Street & Pinetree Wy

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Aug 16, 2024

Serious Injury

Florida Road & Ball Lane

2 injuries reported. Serious Injury collision.

2 injuries

Aug 2, 2024

Property Damage

US Highway 550 & US Highway 160

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 8, 2024

Property Damage

US Highway 550 & 22nd Street

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Apr 8, 2023

Property Damage

Dominguez Drive & Escalante Drive

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common causes of head-on accidents in Durango include: Wrong-way driving, Passing on two-lane roads, Impaired driving, Distraction. Understanding these factors can help drivers stay alert and prevent accidents.