US Highway 40 Accidents in Colorado
US Highway 40 has 1,498 reported crashes, 525 injuries, and 22 fatalitiesin the current CrashStory dataset. Use this page to inspect dangerous sections, recent incidents, and long-term corridor trends.
US Highway 40 recorded 1,498 crashes in the most recent reporting period, including 22 fatal accidents and 525 injuries. This corridor passes through ARAPAHOE, CHEYENNE, CLEAR CREEK, and 7 other Colorado counties.
The most common crash type on US Highway 40 is Not Applicable (513 incidents). The most dangerous section is near mile marker 242 (Mile Marker 242) with 19 crashes on record.
Coverage shown for the US Highway 40 corridor.
Recent Crashes
Most Dangerous Sections
Mile Marker 242
Mile Marker 153
Mile Marker 236
Mile Marker 154
Mile Marker 114
Mile Marker 217
Mile Marker 239
Mile Marker 93
Mile Marker 233
Mile Marker 98
Crash Statistics for US Highway 40
Coverage window: Jan 1, 2023 - Nov 23, 2025
Crash Totals by Year
Data coverage: Jan 1, 2023 - Nov 23, 2025
| Year | Total Crashes | Fatalities | Injuries | Most Common Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 431 | 7 | 132 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
| 2024 | 633 | 12 | 251 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
| 2023 | 434 | 3 | 142 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
Yearly rows are shown to make trend direction and recency explicit for US Highway 40.
US Highway 40 Crash Trend
Monthly crash frequency
US Highway 40 Crash Map
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Fatal Accidents on US Highway 40
US Highway 40 has recorded 22 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 40, 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, 2023 - Nov 23, 2025
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