How dangerous are the roads in Montrose, Colorado?

Montrose experiences approximately 1,066 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 Montrose?

The most dangerous roads in Montrose 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 Montrose, 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 Montrose, Colorado

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Montrose has 1,066 reported crashes, 292 injuries, and 4 fatalities. Explore dangerous roads, recent collisions, and trend changes across the city below.

Source: Colorado crash data (CDOT)

Last updated: March 15, 2026

Coverage shown for Montrose, Montrose County.

Recent Crashes

Mar 15, 2026

Property Damage

SUNNYSIDE ROAD & SOUTH HILLCREST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Mar 12, 2026

Possible Injury

Most Dangerous Roads in Montrose

Townsend Avenue

296

crashes

1 fatalities

83 injuries

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Main Street

High-Crash Census Tracts in Montrose

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

Census Tract

Census Tract 9663.02

2025 snapshot + all-time context

21.3 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Serious or Fatal

All-Time Crashes

277

Population: 3,757
Density / sq. mi.: 1,018

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Census Tract

Census Tract 9664.02

2025 snapshot + all-time context

14.1 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Crash Statistics for Montrose

Coverage window: Jan 2, 2023 - Mar 15, 2026

1,066

Total Crashes

Fatalities

292

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 2, 2023 - Mar 15, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	25	0	9	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	337	0	96	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	436	3	106	Motor Vehicle Crash
2023	268	1	81	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash385 (36.1%)

Rear-End Collision262 (24.6%)

Broadside (T-Bone)232 (21.8%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)71 (6.7%)

Parked Vehicle Collision50 (4.7%)

Wildlife Collision21 (2.0%)

Bicycle Crash17 (1.6%)

Rollover9 (0.8%)

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Major Highways Through Montrose

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US Highway 50Scenic route through Royal Gorge and Monarch Pass

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

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Recent Crashes

Most Dangerous Roads in Montrose

Townsend Avenue

Main Street

High-Crash Census Tracts in Montrose

Census Tract 9663.02

Census Tract 9664.02

Crash Statistics for Montrose

Crash Totals by Year

Today's Car Accidents in Montrose, Colorado

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San Juan Avenue

Park Avenue

S TOWNSEND AVE

Woodgate Road

Oak Grove Road

Townsend Avenue S

US Highway 50

Spring Creek Road

Census Tract 9663.01

Census Tract 9665.01

Census Tract 9664.01

Census Tract 9666.01

Census Tract 9665.02

Census Tract 9666.02

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