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Car Accident - HWY 140 & MM 6
3 Injured2 VehiclesSpeed Factor
Vehicles
2
Injured
3
Weather
Snow
Lighting
Dawn dusk
Approximate crash location near 05
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HWY 140 & MM 6.045
< 0.1 miDec 9, 2024 | Rollover
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HWY 140 & MM 6.114
0.1 miNov 2, 2024 | Wildlife Collision
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HWY 140 & MM 6.309
0.3 miSep 1, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
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HWY 140 & MM 6.464
0.5 miSep 1, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
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On November 24, 2023, at approximately 7:30 AM, a two-vehicle crash occurred on HWY 140, near MM 6, La Plata County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the minor injury-level incident, which resulted in 3 injuries. Snow weather conditions and dawn/dusk lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Case number
23SU04622
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Reporting agency
Colorado Department of Transportation
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Records office
Colorado Department of Transportation
Crash location reference
Mm 6
Route 140A | 6.000
Crash classification
Head On
Driver factor noted: Careless Driving
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Recent Injury Crashes Near La Plata
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
HWY 140 & MM 6.045
< 0.1 miDec 9, 2024 | Rollover
1 vehicle
HWY 140 & MM 6.114
0.1 miNov 2, 2024 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle | 2 injured
HWY 140 & MM 6.309
0.3 miSep 1, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
HWY 140 & MM 6.464
0.5 miSep 1, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle | 1 injured
HWY 140 & MM 6.874
0.9 miSep 29, 2024 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
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Liability Context
General information based on this crash's reported factors and Colorado law
Speed-Related Factors
Excessive speed or driving too fast for conditions may constitute negligence. Colorado follows a "reasonable and prudent" speed standard under C.R.S. Section 42-4-1101.
FindLaw - Speeding Accident LiabilityColorado Comparative Fault
Colorado follows a modified comparative fault rule (C.R.S. Section 13-21-111). If you were partially at fault, your recovery may be reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover damages. The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Colorado is generally 3 years from the date of the accident.
CO Revised Statutes Section 13-21-111This is general informational context, not legal advice. Every crash is different. If you were involved in this accident, consult with a qualified attorney for guidance specific to your situation.
Vehicles Involved
Vehicle 1 (SUV)
Occupants
1
Injuries
1 injured
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FAQ
Was speed a factor?
Yes, speed was identified as a contributing factor.
Confirmed
Were weather conditions adverse?
Yes, conditions included snow.
Confirmed
Were road conditions adverse?
Yes, the road surface was snow-covered.
Confirmed
Crash Summary
DateNovember 24, 2023
Time7:30 AM
LocationHWY 140 & MM 6
CountyLa Plata County
Crash TypeTwo-Vehicle Crash
SeverityMinor Injury
Vehicles2
Total Injuries3
Total Fatalities0
WeatherSnow
Road ConditionSnow-covered
LightingDawn/Dusk
AgencyColorado Department of Transportation
Case Number23SU04622
Reporting AgencyColorado Department of Transportation