Boulder, Colorado

Head-On Collisions in Boulder, Colorado

Frontal collisions between two vehicles traveling in opposite directions. Learn about head-on accidents in Boulder, common causes, typical injuries, and find specialized accident lawyers who can help with your case.

Crash Statistics for Boulder

Total Crashes

Fatalities

Injuries

HEAD_ON

Most Common Type

Common Causes of Head-On Collisions

1
Wrong-way driving
Wrong-way driving is a leading factor in head-on accidents throughout Boulder.
2
Passing on two-lane roads
Passing on two-lane roads is a leading factor in head-on accidents throughout Boulder.
3
Impaired driving
Impaired driving is a leading factor in head-on accidents throughout Boulder.
4
Distraction
Distraction is a leading factor in head-on accidents throughout Boulder.

Common Injuries from Head-On Collisions

Traumatic brain injury

Chest injuries

Facial injuries

Fatal injuries

Monthly Crash Trends

3 crashes

Jan

3 crashes

Feb

1 crashes

Mar

3 crashes

Apr

1 crashes

Jun

1 crashes

Aug

1 crashes

Oct

Average: 2 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Apr 15, 2025

Property Damage

Unknown

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 18, 2025

Property Damage

Unknown

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Jan 4, 2025

Minor Injury

Unknown

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Aug 28, 2024

Property Damage

Unknown

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Jun 7, 2024

Minor Injury

Unknown

2 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury reported. Serious Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 26, 2024

Property Damage

Unknown

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 3, 2024

Property Damage

Unknown

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common causes of head-on accidents in Boulder include: Wrong-way driving, Passing on two-lane roads, Impaired driving, Distraction. Understanding these factors can help drivers stay alert and prevent accidents.