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Vehicles
1
Injured
0
Weather
Clear
Lighting
Daylight

These are the most relevant recent crash reports within 5 miles of this location.
HWY 160 & MM 161.237
< 0.1 miDec 25, 2024 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
HWY 160 & MM 161.278
0.1 miJul 20, 2024 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles
HWY 160 & MM 161.357
0.2 miJan 11, 2026 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
HWY 160 & MM 161
0.2 miOct 15, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
On November 3, 2025, at approximately 8:18 AM, a single-vehicle crash occurred on HIGHWAY 160, near MM 161.273, MINERAL County, Colorado. 1 vehicle was involved in the fatal-level incident, which resulted in 1 fatality. Clear weather conditions and daylight lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Case number
VC250405
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Reporting agency
Colorado State Patrol
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Records office
Colorado State Patrol
Crash location reference
Mm 161.273
Route 160? | 161.273
Crash classification
Concrete Highway Barrier
Driver factor noted: Driver Inexperience
Near 03, MINERAL
These are the most relevant recent crash reports within 5 miles of this location.
HWY 160 & MM 161.237
< 0.1 miDec 25, 2024 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
HWY 160 & MM 161.278
0.1 miJul 20, 2024 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles
HWY 160 & MM 161.357
0.2 miJan 11, 2026 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
HWY 160 & MM 161
0.2 miOct 15, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
HIGHWAY 160 & MM 159.872
0.2 miJul 29, 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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Level II trauma center
GRAND JUNCTION | MESA | Northwest Colorado
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Was speed a factor?
Yes, speed was identified as a contributing factor.
Were there fatalities?
Yes, 1 fatality was reported.
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Level II trauma center
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Level II trauma center
LONE TREE | DOUGLAS | Mile-High
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Level I trauma center
LAKEWOOD | JEFFERSON | Foothills
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If a major trauma center was too far, on divert, or the patient needed immediate stabilization first, a closer regional trauma center or emergency department could still have been the first stop before transfer.
Level IV trauma center
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