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Vehicles
2
Injured
3
Weather
Rain
Lighting
Dark lighted

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HWY 85 & 5TH ST
< 0.1 miOct 16, 2024 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles

HWY 85 & 5TH ST
< 0.1 miMay 17, 2024 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles

HWY 85 & 5TH ST
< 0.1 miJul 15, 2024 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles

HWY 85 & MM 268.54
0.1 miApr 25, 2025 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles
On Saturday, July 27, 2024, at approximately 8:50 PM, a head-on collision occurred on HWY 85, near 5TH ST, WELD County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the minor injury-level incident, which resulted in 3 injuries. Rain weather conditions and dark (street-lit) lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Case number
3A241182
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Reporting agency
Colorado State Patrol
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Records office
Colorado State Patrol
Crash location reference
5th St
Route 085L | 268.486 | At Intersection
Crash classification
Head On
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Near HWY 85, AT, 5TH ST, WELD County, CO, WELD
These are the most relevant recent crash reports within 5 miles of this location.

HWY 85 & 5TH ST
< 0.1 miOct 16, 2024 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles

HWY 85 & 5TH ST
< 0.1 miMay 17, 2024 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles

HWY 85 & 5TH ST
< 0.1 miJul 15, 2024 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles

HWY 85 & MM 268.54
0.1 miApr 25, 2025 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles

5TH ST & 2ND AVE LN
0.1 miNov 16, 2025 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles
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General information based on this crash's reported factors and Colorado law
Alcohol Involvement Reported
When alcohol is a factor, Colorado law may treat the impaired driver as negligent per se under C.R.S. Section 42-4-1301. This can significantly affect liability determinations.
Bachus & Schanker - DUI Accident ClaimsHead-On Collision Pattern
Head-on collisions are among the most severe crash types. They often involve a driver crossing the center line, which may indicate distraction, impairment, or fatigue.
Dormer Harpring - Head-On CollisionsColorado 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.
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Was alcohol involved?
Yes, alcohol involvement was documented.
Were weather conditions adverse?
Yes, conditions included rain.
Were road conditions adverse?
Yes, the road surface was wet.
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