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Car Accident - E SMOKY HILL RD & E ORCHARD RD
1 Injured2 Vehicles
3-Year Intersection History
11 crashes
Crash history at this intersection
Comparable Crashes
5
Used for similar-pattern claim and liability context
Vehicles
2
Injured
1
Weather
Clear
Lighting
Daylight
Approximate crash location near E SMOKY HILL RD, EO, E ORCHARD RD, CENTENNIAL, ARAPAHOE County, CO
Recent Nearby Crashes in CENTENNIAL
These are the most relevant recent crash reports within 5 miles of this location.
E SMOKY HILL RD & S HIMALAYA ST
< 0.1 miSep 10, 2024 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles
SMOKY HILL RD & 20250 BLK E
< 0.1 miJul 2, 2025 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles
E SMOKY HILL RD & S HIMALAYA ST
0.1 miJan 13, 2026 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles
E SMOKY HILL RD & S HIMALAYA ST
0.1 miOct 8, 2025 | Broadside (T-Bone)
2 vehicles
How this spot ranks
3-year history
11 crashes
Tracked at this location
Corridor volume
489 on E SMOKY HILL RD
Published crashes tied to this corridor
Comparable crashes
5 similar records
Similar crash pattern in the published dataset
Street pattern
489 on E SMOKY HILL RD
CENTENNIAL currently shows 3,411 active crash pages in the published dataset.
On Monday, February 26, 2024, at approximately 3:00 PM, a rear-end collision occurred on E SMOKY HILL RD, near E ORCHARD RD, CENTENNIAL, ARAPAHOE County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the possible injury-level incident, which resulted in 1 injury. Clear weather conditions and daylight lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Case number
AC24-0003426
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Reporting agency
Arapahoe Sheriff Office
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Records office
Arapahoe Sheriff Office
Crash location reference
E Orchard Rd
Route 0193 | Smoky | Driveway Access Related
Crash classification
Rear End
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Recent Nearby Crashes in CENTENNIAL
These are the most relevant recent crash reports within 5 miles of this location.
E SMOKY HILL RD & S HIMALAYA ST
< 0.1 miSep 10, 2024 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles
SMOKY HILL RD & 20250 BLK E
< 0.1 miJul 2, 2025 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles
E SMOKY HILL RD & S HIMALAYA ST
0.1 miJan 13, 2026 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles
E SMOKY HILL RD & S HIMALAYA ST
0.1 miOct 8, 2025 | Broadside (T-Bone)
2 vehicles
E SMOKY HILL RD & 20201 BLK
0.1 miSep 18, 2024 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles
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Liability Context
General information based on this crash's reported factors and Colorado law
Rear-End Collision Pattern
In Colorado, the trailing driver in a rear-end collision is often presumed to be at fault for following too closely, though this presumption can be rebutted with evidence.
Springs Law Group - Rear-End CollisionsColorado 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.
Vehicles Involved
Vehicle 1 (SUV)
Speed
Est. 35 mph (limit: 40)
Driver
Female, 38 years old
Occupants
1
Restraint
Properly Used
Vehicle 2 (Passenger Car)
Speed
Speed limit: 40 mph
Driver
Female, 38 years old
Occupants
1
Restraint
Properly Used
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Crash Summary
DateFebruary 26, 2024
Time3:00 PM
Day of WeekMonday
LocationE SMOKY HILL RD & E ORCHARD RD
CityCENTENNIAL
CountyARAPAHOE County
Crash TypeRear End
SeverityPossible Injury
Vehicles2
Total Injuries1
Total Fatalities0
WeatherClear
Road ConditionDry
LightingDaylight
AgencyArapahoe Sheriff Office
Case NumberAC24-0003426
Reporting AgencyArapahoe Sheriff Office