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Vehicles
6
Injured
0
Weather
Cloudy
Lighting
Daylight

These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
I-70 & MM 242.745
0.1 miJan 29, 2025 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle | 1 injured
I-70 & MM 242.627
0.1 miAug 13, 2025 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles
I-70 & MM 242.798
0.1 miJan 1, 2025 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
I-70 & MM 242.569
0.1 miFeb 21, 2025 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles
On January 18, 2026, at approximately 7:30 AM, a multi-vehicle crash occurred on I70 WB, near MM 242 WB I 70, Idaho Springs, Clear Creek County, Colorado. 6 vehicles were involved in the property damage only-level incident, which resulted in no reported injuries. Cloudy/overcast weather conditions and daylight lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Case number
260050
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Reporting agency
ISPD
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Records office
ISPD
Crash location reference
Mm 242 Wb I 70
Route ? | 24270?
Crash classification
Rear End
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Near 01, Idaho Springs
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
I-70 & MM 242.745
0.1 miJan 29, 2025 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle | 1 injured
I-70 & MM 242.627
0.1 miAug 13, 2025 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles
I-70 & MM 242.798
0.1 miJan 1, 2025 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
I-70 & MM 242.569
0.1 miFeb 21, 2025 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles
I-70 & MM 242.833
0.1 miFeb 12, 2025 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles
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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.
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Fines and penalties are typically doubled for violations in active work zones under Colorado law. Work zone liability may extend to contractors or government entities.
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Was speed a factor?
Yes, speed was identified as a contributing factor.
Was it in a work zone?
Yes, this crash occurred in an active work zone.
Were weather conditions adverse?
Yes, conditions included cloudy/overcast.
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