How many car accidents occur in Montrose County each year?

Montrose County experiences approximately 266 car accidents annually, including 1 fatal crashes and 109 injury accidents.

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

The most common type of car accident in Montrose County is Motor Vehicle Crash collisions, accounting for approximately 242 incidents per year.

When do most car accidents occur in Montrose County?

Most car accidents in Montrose County occur during the evening rush hour (3-7 PM), with approximately 9 crashes during this period.

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

After a car accident in Montrose 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 Montrose County?

Weather significantly impacts accident rates in Montrose County. While most accidents (230) 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 Montrose County, Colorado

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Montrose County has 266 reported crashes, 109 injuries, and 1 fatalities. Review roads with the most car accidents, recent incidents, and multi-year trend shifts below.

Last updated: 2026-02-14

Total Crashes

266

Injuries

109

Fatalities

County Crash Rank

#18

Out of 64 counties

Recent Crashes

Feb 14, 2026

Property Damage

S TOWNSEND AVE & E OAK GROVE RD

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 13, 2026

Property Damage

Top Roads With the Most Car Accidents in Montrose County

US Highway 50

crashes

0 fatalities

14 injuries

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HWY 550

High-Crash Census Tracts in Montrose County

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

Census Tract

Census Tract 9665.01

2025 snapshot + all-time context

1 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Serious or Fatal

All-Time Crashes

Population: 3,072
Density / sq. mi.: 13

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Census Tract

Census Tract 9663.02

2025 snapshot + all-time context

0.5 / 1k in 2025

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2025 Injuries

Crash Statistics for Montrose County

Coverage window: Jan 4, 2023 - Feb 14, 2026

266

Total Crashes

Fatalities

109

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 4, 2023 - Feb 14, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	20	0	5	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	11	0	7	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	18	0	9	Motor Vehicle Crash
2023	217	1	88	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash242 (91.0%)

Rear-End Collision9 (3.4%)

Wildlife Collision5 (1.9%)

Parked Vehicle Collision3 (1.1%)

Broadside (T-Bone)3 (1.1%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)2 (0.8%)

Sideswipe (Opposite Direction)1 (0.4%)

Head-On Collision1 (0.4%)

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

Montrose County has recorded 1 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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High-Crash Census Tracts in Montrose County

Census Tract 9665.01

Census Tract 9663.02

Crash Statistics for Montrose County

Crash Totals by Year

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US Highway 550

HWY 50

Townsend Avenue

S TOWNSEND AVE

E MAIN ST

Main Street

N TOWNSEND AVE

HWY 90

Census Tract 9662.02

Census Tract 9661

Census Tract 9662.01

Census Tract 9666.01

Census Tract 9665.02

Census Tract 9663.01

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