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Car Accident - I70 242 MP
2 VehiclesSpeed FactorWork Zone
Vehicles
2
Injured
0
Weather
Clear
Lighting
Daylight
Approximate crash location near 01
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On January 17, 2026, at approximately 12:25 PM, a two-vehicle crash occurred on I70 242 MP, Idaho Springs, Clear Creek County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the property damage only-level incident, which resulted in no reported injuries. Clear weather conditions and daylight lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Case number
260048
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Reporting agency
ISPD
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Records office
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Crash location reference
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Crash classification
Front to Rear
Driver factor noted: Driver Inexperience
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These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
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< 0.1 miFeb 2, 2025 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles
COLORADO BOULEVARD & 2800 BLK
< 0.1 miJan 2, 2026 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles
I-70 & MM 240.875
0.1 miOct 21, 2024 | Rear-End Collision
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COLORADO BLVD & 2800 BLK
0.1 miJul 26, 2024 | Parked Vehicle Collision
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241 EB I 70
0.1 miOct 24, 2024 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle | 1 injured
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Liability Context
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Speed-Related Factors
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Vehicles Involved
Vehicle 1 (SUV)
Driver
16 - 20
Occupants
1
Restraint
Shoulder And Lap Belt - Properly Used
Vehicle 2 (Pickup Truck/Utility Van)
Driver
25 - 34
Occupants
1
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FAQ
Was speed a factor?
Yes, speed was identified as a contributing factor.
Confirmed
Was it in a work zone?
Yes, this crash occurred in an active work zone.
Confirmed
Crash Summary
DateJanuary 17, 2026
Time12:25 PM
LocationI70 242 MP
CityIdaho Springs
CountyClear Creek County
Crash TypeTwo-Vehicle Crash
SeverityProperty Damage Only
Vehicles2
Total Injuries0
Total Fatalities0
WeatherClear
Road ConditionDry
LightingDaylight
AgencyISPD
Case Number260048
Reporting AgencyISPD