How dangerous are the roads in Aspen, Colorado?

Aspen experiences approximately 796 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 Aspen?

The most dangerous roads in Aspen 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 Aspen, 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 Aspen, Colorado

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Aspen has 796 reported crashes, 76 injuries, and 1 fatalities. Explore dangerous roads, recent collisions, and trend changes across the city below.

Source: Colorado crash data (CDOT)

Last updated: March 9, 2026

Coverage shown for Aspen, Pitkin County.

Recent Crashes

Mar 9, 2026

Property Damage

S MILL ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Mar 5, 2026

Property Damage

Most Dangerous Roads in Aspen

State Highway 82

139

crashes

1 fatalities

15 injuries

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Main Street

115

High-Crash Census Tracts in Aspen

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

Census Tract

Census Tract 4.02

2025 snapshot + all-time context

69 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

115

2025 Injuries

Serious or Fatal

All-Time Crashes

363

Population: 1,666
Density / sq. mi.: 49

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Census Tract

Census Tract 4.04

2025 snapshot + all-time context

42 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Crash Statistics for Aspen

Coverage window: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 9, 2026

796

Total Crashes

Fatalities

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 9, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	29	0	1	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	233	0	22	Rear-End Collision
2024	270	1	31	Rear-End Collision
2023	265	0	22	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash227 (28.5%)

Parked Vehicle Collision199 (25.0%)

Rear-End Collision189 (23.7%)

Broadside (T-Bone)71 (8.9%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)55 (6.9%)

Sideswipe (Opposite Direction)20 (2.5%)

Bicycle Crash16 (2.0%)

Pedestrian Crash10 (1.3%)

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Major Highways Through Aspen

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Colorado State Highway 82Aspen to Independence Pass route

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Recent Crashes

Most Dangerous Roads in Aspen

State Highway 82

Main Street

High-Crash Census Tracts in Aspen

Census Tract 4.02

Census Tract 4.04

Crash Statistics for Aspen

Crash Totals by Year

Today's Car Accidents in Aspen, Colorado

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Monarch Street

Mill Street

Hopkins Avenue

Cooper Avenue

Galena Street

Hyman Avenue

Hunter Street

Spring Street

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Census Tract 4.03

Census Tract 1.01

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