What is the most dangerous section of Interstate 25?

The highest-volume section currently in the dataset is near mile marker 218 (False & MM 218), with 418 crashes and 1 fatalities.

What crash type is most common on Interstate 25?

Motor Vehicle Crash crashes are currently the most common on Interstate 25, with 26,922 incidents in the active dataset.

When do most crashes happen on Interstate 25?

The busiest crash period on Interstate 25 is Midday (9 AM-4 PM), with 14,651 recorded crashes in that time band.

Where can I view recent crashes on Interstate 25?

Use this page's recent-crashes list and interactive map to review the latest incidents on Interstate 25. You can also open linked county and street pages for more localized crash detail.

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Interstate 25 Accidents in Colorado

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Interstate 25 has 42,144 reported crashes, 8,269 injuries, and 165 fatalities. Review dangerous sections, recent incidents, and long-term corridor trends below.

Interstate 25 recorded 42,144 crashes in the most recent reporting period, including 165 fatal accidents and 8,269 injuries. This corridor passes through ADAMS, ARAPAHOE, BROOMFIELD, and 9 other Colorado counties.

The most common crash type on Interstate 25 is Not Applicable (26,922 incidents). The most dangerous section is near mile marker 218 (False & MM 218) with 418 crashes on record.

Source: Colorado crash data (CDOT)

Last updated: February 25, 2026

Coverage shown for the Interstate 25 corridor.

Recent Crashes

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Property Damage

INTERSTATE 25 & MM 245.992

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

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Most Dangerous Sections

MILE

218

Mile Marker 218

False & MM 218

418

crashes

1 fatalities

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MILE

217

Mile Marker 217

Interstate 25 & Mm 217

295

Crash Statistics for Interstate 25

Coverage window: Jan 1, 2013 - Feb 25, 2026

42,144

Total Crashes

165

Fatalities

8,269

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 1, 2013 - Feb 25, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	832	0	263	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	7,982	51	2,654	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	8,320	48	2,732	Rear-End Collision
2023	6,871	32	2,221	Motor Vehicle Crash
2022	1,314	4	38	Motor Vehicle Crash
2021	1,580	7	27	Motor Vehicle Crash

Yearly rows are shown to make trend direction and recency explicit for Interstate 25.

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Fatal Accidents on Interstate 25

Interstate 25 has recorded 165 fatal accidents in the most recent reporting period. Understanding fatality trends on this corridor is critical for driver safety awareness and accident prevention. High-speed sections, mountain passes, and heavy traffic zones contribute to the elevated fatality rate along this route.

Colorado's highway fatality data is compiled from Colorado crash records and updated regularly. If you or a loved one has been affected by a fatal accident on Interstate 25, legal assistance may be available.

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Disclaimer: Fatality statistics are based on available Colorado DOT records and may not reflect the most recent incidents. Data is provided for informational purposes only.

Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash26,922 (63.9%)

Rear-End Collision8,222 (19.5%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)4,209 (10.0%)

Fixed-Object Collision1,475 (3.5%)

Rollover409 (1.0%)

Wildlife Collision404 (1.0%)

Parked Vehicle Collision182 (0.4%)

Broadside (T-Bone)154 (0.4%)

Interstate 25 FAQ

Interstate 25 has 42,144 recorded crashes from 2013-01-01 to 2026-02-25, including 165 fatal crashes and 8,269 injury crashes in CrashStory's Colorado dataset.