How dangerous are the roads in Steamboat Springs, Colorado?

Steamboat Springs experiences approximately 762 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 Steamboat Springs?

The most dangerous roads in Steamboat Springs 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 Steamboat Springs, 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 Steamboat Springs, Colorado

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Steamboat Springs has 762 reported crashes, 97 injuries, and 0 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 Steamboat Springs, Routt County.

Recent Crashes

Mar 15, 2026

Property Damage

13TH STREET & LINCOLN AVE

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Mar 13, 2026

Minor Injury

Most Dangerous Roads in Steamboat Springs

Lincoln Avenue

278

crashes

0 fatalities

31 injuries

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US Highway 40

High-Crash Census Tracts in Steamboat Springs

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

Census Tract

Census Tract 5

2025 snapshot + all-time context

30.7 / 1k in 2025

2025 Crashes

133

2025 Injuries

Serious or Fatal

All-Time Crashes

329

Population: 4,334
Density / sq. mi.: 102

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Census Tract

Census Tract 7.01

2025 snapshot + all-time context

21.1 / 1k in 2025

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Crash Statistics for Steamboat Springs

Coverage window: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 15, 2026

762

Total Crashes

Fatalities

Injuries

Motor Vehicle Crash

Most Common Type

Crash Totals by Year

Data coverage: Jan 1, 2023 - Mar 15, 2026

Year	Total Crashes	Injuries	Most Common Type
2026	35	12	Motor Vehicle Crash
2025	255	21	Motor Vehicle Crash
2024	258	38	Rear-End Collision
2023	215	26	Motor Vehicle Crash

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Crashes by Type

Motor Vehicle Crash244 (32.0%)

Rear-End Collision154 (20.2%)

Parked Vehicle Collision135 (17.7%)

Broadside (T-Bone)95 (12.5%)

Sideswipe (Same Direction)61 (8.0%)

Sideswipe (Opposite Direction)24 (3.1%)

Rollover13 (1.7%)

Head-On Collision12 (1.6%)

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Major Highways Through Steamboat Springs

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Most Dangerous Roads in Steamboat Springs

Lincoln Avenue

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High-Crash Census Tracts in Steamboat Springs

Census Tract 5

Census Tract 7.01

Crash Statistics for Steamboat Springs

Crash Totals by Year

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Mount Werner Road

Pine Grove Road

Walton Creek Road

LINCOLN AVE

Lincoln Avenue S

Oak Street

Elk River Road

3rd Street

Census Tract 6

Census Tract 4

Census Tract 7.03

Census Tract 7.02

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