What is the most dangerous section of Interstate 76?

The highest-volume section currently in the dataset is near mile marker 7 (Interstate 76 & Mm 7), with 111 crashes and 1 fatalities.

What crash type is most common on Interstate 76?

Motor Vehicle Crash crashes are currently the most common on Interstate 76, with 1,001 incidents in the active dataset.

When do most crashes happen on Interstate 76?

The busiest crash period on Interstate 76 is Morning Rush (6-9 AM), with 641 recorded crashes in that time band.

Where can I view recent crashes on Interstate 76?

Use this page's recent-crashes list and interactive map to review the latest incidents on Interstate 76. You can also open linked county and street pages for more localized crash detail.

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Interstate 76 Accidents in Colorado

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Interstate 76 has 2,585 reported crashes, 887 injuries, and 28 fatalities. Review dangerous sections, recent incidents, and long-term corridor trends below.

Interstate 76 recorded 2,585 crashes in the most recent reporting period, including 28 fatal accidents and 887 injuries. This corridor passes through ADAMS, Denver, DENVER, and 7 other Colorado counties.

The most common crash type on Interstate 76 is Not Applicable (1,001 incidents). The most dangerous section is near mile marker 7 (Interstate 76 & Mm 7) with 111 crashes on record.

Source: Colorado crash data (CDOT)

Last updated: February 24, 2026

Coverage shown for the Interstate 76 corridor.

Recent Crashes

Feb 24, 2026

Minor Injury

INTERSTATE 76, Roggen

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury

Feb 23, 2026

Property Damage

Most Dangerous Sections

MILE

Mile Marker 7

Interstate 76 & Mm 7

111

crashes

1 fatalities

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MILE

Mile Marker 6

Interstate 76 & Mm 6

108

Crash Statistics for Interstate 76

Coverage window: Apr 14, 2014 - Feb 24, 2026

2,585

Total Crashes

Fatalities

887

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Apr 14, 2014 - Feb 24, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	66	1	24	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	793	8	277	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	931	14	325	Motor Vehicle Crash
2023	793	5	263	Motor Vehicle Crash
2022	1	0	0	Fixed-Object Collision
2020	1	0	0	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Fatal Accidents on Interstate 76

Interstate 76 has recorded 28 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 76, 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 Crash1,001 (38.7%)

Rear-End Collision690 (26.7%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)440 (17.0%)

Rollover209 (8.1%)

Wildlife Collision167 (6.5%)

Broadside (T-Bone)29 (1.1%)

Parked Vehicle Collision29 (1.1%)

Head-On Collision11 (0.4%)

Interstate 76 FAQ

Interstate 76 has 2,585 recorded crashes from 2014-04-14 to 2026-02-24, including 28 fatal crashes and 887 injury crashes in CrashStory's Colorado dataset.