How many car accidents occur in Montezuma County each year?

Montezuma County experiences approximately 1,386 car accidents annually, including 14 fatal crashes and 429 injury accidents.

What is the most common type of car accident in Montezuma County?

The most common type of car accident in Montezuma County is Motor Vehicle Crash collisions, accounting for approximately 515 incidents per year.

When do most car accidents occur in Montezuma County?

Most car accidents in Montezuma County occur during the evening rush hour (3-7 PM), with approximately 303 crashes during this period.

What should I do after a car accident in Montezuma County?

After a car accident in Montezuma County, you should: 1) Ensure everyone's safety and call 911 if needed, 2) Exchange information with other drivers, 3) Document the scene with photos, 4) Report the accident to police, 5) Seek medical attention, 6) Contact your insurance company, and 7) Consider consulting with a personal injury attorney.

How do weather conditions affect accidents in Montezuma County?

Weather significantly impacts accident rates in Montezuma County. While most accidents (1,040) occur in clear conditions, snow and icy conditions lead to approximately many accidents per year, often with more severe outcomes.

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Car Accidents in Montezuma County, Colorado

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Montezuma County has 1,386 reported crashes, 429 injuries, and 14 fatalities. Review roads with the most car accidents, recent incidents, and multi-year trend shifts below.

Last updated: 2026-03-19

Total Crashes

1,386

Injuries

429

Fatalities

County Crash Rank

#24

Out of 64 counties

Recent Crashes

Mar 19, 2026

Property Damage

HIGHWAY 184

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Mar 17, 2026

Property Damage

Top Roads With the Most Car Accidents in Montezuma County

US Highway 160

315

crashes

5 fatalities

95 injuries

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State Highway 491

High-Crash Census Tracts in Montezuma County

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

Census Tract

Census Tract 9696

2025 snapshot + all-time context

21.4 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Serious or Fatal

All-Time Crashes

212

Population: 3,877
Density / sq. mi.: 31

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Census Tract

Census Tract 9692

2025 snapshot + all-time context

31.3 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Crash Statistics for Montezuma County

Coverage window: Jan 2, 2023 - Mar 19, 2026

1,386

Total Crashes

Fatalities

429

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 2, 2023 - Mar 19, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	68	0	21	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	494	8	158	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	498	5	154	Wildlife Collision
2023	328	1	97	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash515 (37.2%)

Wildlife Collision399 (28.8%)

Broadside (T-Bone)144 (10.4%)

Rear-End Collision99 (7.1%)

Rollover85 (6.1%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)49 (3.5%)

Parked Vehicle Collision37 (2.7%)

Sideswipe (Opposite Direction)26 (1.9%)

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Fatal Car Accidents in Montezuma County â€” Statistics & Safety Data

Montezuma County has recorded 14 fatal car accidents in the most recent reporting period. Understanding fatality trends helps promote safer driving across the county. Data is sourced from Colorado crash records.

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Top Roads With the Most Car Accidents in Montezuma County

US Highway 160

State Highway 491

High-Crash Census Tracts in Montezuma County

Census Tract 9696

Census Tract 9692

Crash Statistics for Montezuma County

Crash Totals by Year

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State Highway 145

State Highway 184

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County Road 25

HWY 160

7th Street

Census Tract 9690

Census Tract 9691

Census Tract 9694

Census Tract 9693.02

Census Tract 9693.01

Census Tract 9411

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