Cortez, Colorado

Bicycle Accidents in Cortez, Colorado

Collisions between motor vehicles and bicyclists. Learn about bicycle accidents in Cortez, common causes, typical injuries, and find specialized accident lawyers who can help with your case.

Crash Statistics for Cortez

Total Crashes

Fatalities

Injuries

Bicycle Crash

Most Common Type

Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents

1
Dooring
Dooring is a leading factor in bicycle accidents throughout Cortez.
2
Right hook turns
Right hook turns is a leading factor in bicycle accidents throughout Cortez.
3
Failure to yield
Failure to yield is a leading factor in bicycle accidents throughout Cortez.
4
Distracted driving
Distracted driving is a leading factor in bicycle accidents throughout Cortez.

Common Injuries from Bicycle Accidents

Head injuries

Broken bones

Road rash

Spinal injuries

Monthly Crash Trends

1 crashes

Apr

1 crashes

May

2 crashes

Jun

3 crashes

Sep

Average: 2 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

May 3, 2025

Serious Injury

False & Y ST

1 injury reported. Serious Injury collision.

1 injury

Sep 12, 2024

Minor Injury

Broadway & 3rd Street

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury

Sep 7, 2024

Minor Injury

Main Street & Madison Street

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury reported. Serious Injury collision.

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury

Jun 10, 2024

Minor Injury

US Highway 160 & Beech Street

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

1 injury

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common causes of bicycle accidents in Cortez include: Dooring, Right hook turns, Failure to yield, Distracted driving. Understanding these factors can help drivers stay alert and prevent accidents.