How many car accidents occur in Chaffee County each year?

Chaffee County experiences approximately 1,057 car accidents annually, including 7 fatal crashes and 263 injury accidents.

What is the most common type of car accident in Chaffee County?

The most common type of car accident in Chaffee County is Motor Vehicle Crash collisions, accounting for approximately 441 incidents per year.

When do most car accidents occur in Chaffee County?

Most car accidents in Chaffee County occur during the evening rush hour (3-7 PM), with approximately 249 crashes during this period.

What should I do after a car accident in Chaffee County?

After a car accident in Chaffee County, you should: 1) Ensure everyone's safety and call 911 if needed, 2) Exchange information with other drivers, 3) Document the scene with photos, 4) Report the accident to police, 5) Seek medical attention, 6) Contact your insurance company, and 7) Consider consulting with a personal injury attorney.

How do weather conditions affect accidents in Chaffee County?

Weather significantly impacts accident rates in Chaffee County. While most accidents (727) occur in clear conditions, snow and icy conditions lead to approximately many accidents per year, often with more severe outcomes.

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Car Accidents in Chaffee County, Colorado

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Chaffee County has 1,057 reported crashes, 263 injuries, and 7 fatalities. Review roads with the most car accidents, recent incidents, and multi-year trend shifts below.

Last updated: 2026-03-24

Total Crashes

1,057

Injuries

263

Fatalities

County Crash Rank

#28

Out of 64 counties

Recent Crashes

Mar 24, 2026

Property Damage

HIGHWAY 24

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Mar 21, 2026

Property Damage

Top Roads With the Most Car Accidents in Chaffee County

US Highway 24

234

crashes

1 fatalities

72 injuries

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US Highway 285

High-Crash Census Tracts in Chaffee County

Census tracts show which smaller areas inside Chaffee County carry the highest crash volume in the active CrashStory dataset.

Census Tract

Census Tract 3

2025 snapshot + all-time context

40.5 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

136

2025 Injuries

Serious or Fatal

All-Time Crashes

328

Population: 3,358
Density / sq. mi.: 8

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Census Tract

Census Tract 4.02

2025 snapshot + all-time context

20.2 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Crash Statistics for Chaffee County

Coverage window: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 24, 2026

1,057

Total Crashes

Fatalities

263

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 24, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	35	0	9	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	399	4	95	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	383	3	85	Motor Vehicle Crash
2023	240	0	74	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash441 (41.7%)

Wildlife Collision269 (25.4%)

Rear-End Collision75 (7.1%)

Broadside (T-Bone)70 (6.6%)

Rollover63 (6.0%)

Parked Vehicle Collision52 (4.9%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)36 (3.4%)

Sideswipe (Opposite Direction)22 (2.1%)

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Fatal Car Accidents in Chaffee County â€” Statistics & Safety Data

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Car Accidents in Chaffee County, Colorado

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Top Roads With the Most Car Accidents in Chaffee County

US Highway 24

US Highway 285

High-Crash Census Tracts in Chaffee County

Census Tract 3

Census Tract 4.02

Crash Statistics for Chaffee County

Crash Totals by Year

Crashes by Type

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US Highway 50

State Highway 291

HWY 285

County Road 162

County Road 306

HWY 50

F Street

County Road 371

Census Tract 2

Census Tract 4.03

Census Tract 1

Census Tract 4.04

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