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US Highway 285 has 1,947 reported crashes, 699 injuries, and 24 fatalities. Review dangerous sections, recent incidents, and long-term corridor trends below.
US Highway 285 recorded 1,947 crashes in the most recent reporting period, including 24 fatal accidents and 699 injuries. This corridor passes through ALAMOSA, ARAPAHOE, CHAFFEE, and 8 other Colorado counties.
The most common crash type on US Highway 285 is Not Applicable (777 incidents). The most dangerous section is near mile marker 246 (US Highway 285, JEFFERSON County) with 36 crashes on record.
Coverage shown for the US Highway 285 corridor.
Coverage window: Jan 1, 2023 - Feb 19, 2026
Data coverage: Jan 1, 2023 - Feb 19, 2026
| Year | Total Crashes | Fatalities | Injuries | Most Common Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 50 | 0 | 17 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
| 2025 | 612 | 6 | 233 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
| 2024 | 717 | 11 | 269 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
| 2023 | 568 | 7 | 180 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
Yearly rows are shown to make trend direction and recency explicit for US Highway 285.
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US Highway 285 has recorded 24 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 US Highway 285, 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.
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Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.
Coverage window: Jan 1, 2023 - Feb 19, 2026