Interstate 70 Accidents in Colorado
Interstate 70 has 23,729 reported crashes, 3,809 injuries, and 137 fatalitiesin the current CrashStory dataset. Use this page to inspect dangerous sections, recent incidents, and long-term corridor trends.
Interstate 70 recorded 23,729 crashes in the most recent reporting period, including 137 fatal accidents and 3,809 injuries. This corridor passes through ADAMS, ARAPAHOE, CLEAR CREEK, and 10 other Colorado counties.
The most common crash type on Interstate 70 is Not Applicable (15,956 incidents). The most dangerous section is near mile marker 212 (I-70 & MM 212) with 78 crashes on record.
Coverage shown for the Interstate 70 corridor.
Recent Crashes
Most Dangerous Sections
Mile Marker 212
Mile Marker 244
Mile Marker 213
Mile Marker 261
Mile Marker 187
Mile Marker 245
Mile Marker 211
Mile Marker 288
Mile Marker 216
Mile Marker 185
Crash Statistics for Interstate 70
Coverage window: Jan 1, 2013 - Feb 1, 2026
Crash Totals by Year
Data coverage: Jan 1, 2013 - Feb 1, 2026
| Year | Total Crashes | Fatalities | Injuries | Most Common Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 73 | 0 | 1 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
| 2025 | 3,930 | 37 | 1,094 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
| 2024 | 4,818 | 36 | 1,453 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
| 2023 | 3,825 | 24 | 929 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
| 2022 | 907 | 3 | 35 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
| 2021 | 982 | 5 | 26 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
Yearly rows are shown to make trend direction and recency explicit for Interstate 70.
Interstate 70 Crash Trend
Monthly crash frequency
Interstate 70 Crash Map
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Fatal Accidents on Interstate 70
Interstate 70 has recorded 137 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 70, legal assistance may be available.
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
Monthly Crash Trends
Coverage window: Jan 1, 2013 - Feb 1, 2026
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