How many car accidents occur in Prowers County each year?

Prowers County experiences approximately 538 car accidents annually, including 5 fatal crashes and 170 injury accidents.

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

The most common type of car accident in Prowers County is Motor Vehicle Crash collisions, accounting for approximately 228 incidents per year.

When do most car accidents occur in Prowers County?

Most car accidents in Prowers County occur during the evening rush hour (3-7 PM), with approximately 103 crashes during this period.

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

After a car accident in Prowers 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 Prowers County?

Weather significantly impacts accident rates in Prowers County. While most accidents (425) 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 Prowers County, Colorado

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Prowers County has 538 reported crashes, 170 injuries, and 5 fatalities. Review roads with the most car accidents, recent incidents, and multi-year trend shifts below.

Last updated: 2026-03-06

Total Crashes

538

Injuries

170

Fatalities

County Crash Rank

#39

Out of 64 counties

Recent Crashes

Mar 6, 2026

Property Damage

109 S MAIN ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 25, 2026

Property Damage

Top Roads With the Most Car Accidents in Prowers County

US Highway 50

111

crashes

0 fatalities

27 injuries

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Main Street

High-Crash Census Tracts in Prowers County

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

Census Tract

Census Tract 7

2025 snapshot + all-time context

34.8 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Serious or Fatal

All-Time Crashes

175

Population: 2,066
Density / sq. mi.: 2

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Census Tract

Census Tract 2

2025 snapshot + all-time context

23.5 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

2025 Injuries

Crash Statistics for Prowers County

Coverage window: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 6, 2026

538

Total Crashes

Fatalities

170

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 6, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Fatalities	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	18	0	7	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	200	1	67	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	192	3	54	Motor Vehicle Crash
2023	129	1	42	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash228 (42.4%)

Broadside (T-Bone)73 (13.6%)

Wildlife Collision69 (12.8%)

Rear-End Collision44 (8.2%)

Parked Vehicle Collision42 (7.8%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)32 (5.9%)

Rollover26 (4.8%)

Sideswipe (Opposite Direction)11 (2.0%)

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

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Recent Crashes

Top Roads With the Most Car Accidents in Prowers County

US Highway 50

Main Street

High-Crash Census Tracts in Prowers County

Census Tract 7

Census Tract 2

Crash Statistics for Prowers County

Crash Totals by Year

Crashes by Type

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US Highway 287

County Road 196

Highway 196 (not Cdot)

Olive Street

US Highway 385

6th Street

HWY 287

10th Street

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