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US Highway 85 has 2,579 reported crashes, 1,017 injuries, and 42 fatalities. Review dangerous sections, recent incidents, and long-term corridor trends below.
US Highway 85 recorded 2,579 crashes in the most recent reporting period, including 42 fatal accidents and 1,017 injuries. This corridor passes through ADAMS, ARAPAHOE, DOUGLAS, and 4 other Colorado counties.
The most common crash type on US Highway 85 is Not Applicable (901 incidents). The most dangerous section is near mile marker 187 (US Highway 85 & Mm 187) with 36 crashes on record.
Coverage shown for the US Highway 85 corridor.
Coverage window: Jan 2, 2023 - Feb 16, 2026
Data coverage: Jan 2, 2023 - Feb 16, 2026
| Year | Total Crashes | Fatalities | Injuries | Most Common Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 55 | 0 | 24 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
| 2025 | 764 | 12 | 295 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
| 2024 | 1,023 | 21 | 393 | Rear-End Collision |
| 2023 | 737 | 9 | 305 | Motor Vehicle Crash |
Yearly rows are shown to make trend direction and recency explicit for US Highway 85.
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US Highway 85 has recorded 42 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 85, 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 2, 2023 - Feb 16, 2026