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Vehicles
1
Injured
3
Weather
Unknown
Lighting
Unknown
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
HWY 550 & MM 88.934
0.2 miNov 26, 2024 | Sideswipe (Opposite Direction)
2 vehicles
HWY 550 & MM 88.523
0.2 miOct 9, 2025 | Rollover
1 vehicle | 1 injured
HWY 550 & MM 88.479
0.2 miAug 28, 2024 | Sideswipe (Opposite Direction)
2 vehicles
HWY 550 & MM 88.219
0.5 miJul 22, 2024 | Rollover
1 vehicle | 2 injured
On August 5, 2025, at approximately 7:25 AM, a single-vehicle crash occurred on HIGHWAY 550, OURAY County, Colorado. 1 vehicle was involved in the fatal-level incident, which resulted in 2 fatalities and 3 injuries. Unknown weather conditions and unknown lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Case number
VC250271
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Reporting agency
CSP
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Records office
CSP
Crash location reference
Route 550?
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Crash classification
Tree
Driver factor noted: Driver Inexperience
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Near HIGHWAY 550, OURAY
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
HWY 550 & MM 88.934
0.2 miNov 26, 2024 | Sideswipe (Opposite Direction)
2 vehicles
HWY 550 & MM 88.523
0.2 miOct 9, 2025 | Rollover
1 vehicle | 1 injured
HWY 550 & MM 88.479
0.2 miAug 28, 2024 | Sideswipe (Opposite Direction)
2 vehicles
HWY 550 & MM 88.219
0.5 miJul 22, 2024 | Rollover
1 vehicle | 2 injured
HWY 550 & MM 87.544
0.9 miNov 24, 2024 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
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General information based on this crash's reported factors and Colorado law
Speed-Related Factors
Excessive speed or driving too fast for conditions may constitute negligence. Colorado follows a "reasonable and prudent" speed standard under C.R.S. Section 42-4-1101.
FindLaw - Speeding Accident LiabilityColorado Comparative Fault
Colorado follows a modified comparative fault rule (C.R.S. Section 13-21-111). If you were partially at fault, your recovery may be reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover damages. The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Colorado is generally 3 years from the date of the accident.
CO Revised Statutes Section 13-21-111This is general informational context, not legal advice. Every crash is different. If you were involved in this accident, consult with a qualified attorney for guidance specific to your situation.
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Was speed a factor?
Yes, speed was identified as a contributing factor.
Were there fatalities?
Yes, 2 fatalities were reported.
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