How dangerous are the roads in Durango, Colorado?

Durango experiences approximately 1,360 car accidents annually. While this may seem high, it's important to consider the city's population and traffic volume when assessing road safety.

What are the most dangerous roads in Durango?

The most dangerous roads in Durango are typically major arterials and highways with high traffic volumes. These areas see higher crash rates due to speed differences and frequent lane changes.

How long do I have to file a car accident claim in Durango, Colorado?

In Colorado, you generally have 3 years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim and 2 years for wrongful death claims. However, it's best to consult with an attorney promptly to protect your rights.

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Car Accidents in Durango, Colorado

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Durango has 1,360 reported crashes, 291 injuries, and 2 fatalities. Explore dangerous roads, recent collisions, and trend changes across the city below.

Source: Colorado crash data (CDOT)

Last updated: March 23, 2026

Coverage shown for Durango, La Plata County.

Recent Crashes

Mar 23, 2026

Property Damage

WEST 9TH STREET & 550 B

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Mar 17, 2026

Property Damage

Most Dangerous Roads in Durango

US Highway 160

209

crashes

0 fatalities

66 injuries

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US Highway 550

201

High-Crash Census Tracts in Durango

Census tracts show which smaller areas inside Durango carry the highest crash volume in the active CrashStory dataset.

Census Tract

Census Tract 9711

2025 snapshot + all-time context

65.6 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

290

2025 Injuries

Serious or Fatal

All-Time Crashes

823

Population: 4,419
Density / sq. mi.: 477

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Census Tract

Census Tract 9710

2025 snapshot + all-time context

15.2 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Crash Statistics for Durango

Coverage window: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 23, 2026

1,360

Total Crashes

Fatalities

291

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 23, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	52	0	13	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	477	0	123	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	463	1	72	Rear-End Collision
2023	368	1	83	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Today's Car Accidents in Durango, Colorado

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Yesterday's Accidents in Durango

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Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash430 (31.6%)

Rear-End Collision354 (26.0%)

Parked Vehicle Collision159 (11.7%)

Broadside (T-Bone)143 (10.5%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)124 (9.1%)

Wildlife Collision76 (5.6%)

Pedestrian Crash27 (2.0%)

Bicycle Crash19 (1.4%)

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Major Highways Through Durango

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US Highway 160Southern Colorado route through Durango and Wolf Creek Pass

US Highway 550 (Million Dollar Highway)Scenic mountain highway through Ouray and Silverton

Other Types of Accidents in Durango

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Recent Crashes

Most Dangerous Roads in Durango

US Highway 160

US Highway 550

High-Crash Census Tracts in Durango

Census Tract 9711

Census Tract 9710

Crash Statistics for Durango

Crash Totals by Year

Today's Car Accidents in Durango, Colorado

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Camino Del Rio

College Drive

2nd Avenue

3rd Avenue

Florida Road

8th Street

32nd Street

Census Tract 9709

Census Tract 9708

Census Tract 9707.03

Census Tract 9404

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