How many car accidents occur in Douglas County each year?

Douglas County experiences approximately 3,056 car accidents annually, including 12 fatal crashes and 901 injury accidents.

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

The most common type of car accident in Douglas County is Motor Vehicle Crash collisions, accounting for approximately 2,443 incidents per year.

When do most car accidents occur in Douglas County?

Most car accidents in Douglas County occur during the evening rush hour (3-7 PM), with approximately 218 crashes during this period.

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

After a car accident in Douglas 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 Douglas County?

Weather significantly impacts accident rates in Douglas County. While most accidents (2,386) 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 Douglas County, Colorado

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Douglas County has 3,056 reported crashes, 901 injuries, and 12 fatalities. Review roads with the most car accidents, recent incidents, and multi-year trend shifts below.

Last updated: 2026-02-22

Total Crashes

3,056

Injuries

901

Fatalities

County Crash Rank

Out of 64 counties

Recent Crashes

Feb 22, 2026

Property Damage

ECHO PARK CIR & Echo Park Circle

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 22, 2026

Property Damage

Top Roads With the Most Car Accidents in Douglas County

Interstate 25

460

crashes

0 fatalities

224 injuries

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C-470

126

High-Crash Census Tracts in Douglas County

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

Census Tract

Census Tract 141.41

2025 snapshot + all-time context

5.1 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Serious or Fatal

All-Time Crashes

Population: 6,266
Density / sq. mi.: 2,167

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Census Tract

Census Tract 141.31

2025 snapshot + all-time context

2.6 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Crash Statistics for Douglas County

Coverage window: Jan 2, 2023 - Feb 22, 2026

3,056

Total Crashes

Fatalities

901

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 2, 2023 - Feb 22, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	197	0	61	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	203	1	62	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	649	1	175	Motor Vehicle Crash
2023	2,007	10	603	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash2,443 (79.9%)

Rear-End Collision315 (10.3%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)161 (5.3%)

Wildlife Collision49 (1.6%)

Broadside (T-Bone)39 (1.3%)

Parked Vehicle Collision28 (0.9%)

Rollover12 (0.4%)

Pedestrian Crash4 (0.1%)

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

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Recent Crashes

Top Roads With the Most Car Accidents in Douglas County

Interstate 25

C-470

High-Crash Census Tracts in Douglas County

Census Tract 141.41

Census Tract 141.31

Crash Statistics for Douglas County

Crash Totals by Year

Crashes by Type

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I-25

County Line Road

Castle Pines Parkway

State Highway 470

Lincoln Avenue

E LINCOLN AVE

US Highway 85

S PARKER RD

Census Tract 141.23

Census Tract 140.11

Census Tract 145.04

Census Tract 145.03

Census Tract 141.27

Census Tract 143

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