Canon City, Colorado

Head-On Collisions in Canon City, Colorado

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

Crash Statistics for Canon City

Total Crashes

Fatalities

Injuries

Head-On Collision

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 Canon City.
2
Passing on two-lane roads
Passing on two-lane roads is a leading factor in head-on accidents throughout Canon City.
3
Impaired driving
Impaired driving is a leading factor in head-on accidents throughout Canon City.
4
Distraction
Distraction is a leading factor in head-on accidents throughout Canon City.

Common Injuries from Head-On Collisions

Traumatic brain injury

Chest injuries

Facial injuries

Fatal injuries

Monthly Crash Trends

1 crashes

Feb

1 crashes

Apr

1 crashes

Jul

1 crashes

Sep

Average: 1 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Sep 6, 2025

Minor Injury

False & ROYAL GORGE BLVD

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury

Jul 16, 2025

Minor Injury

Field Avenue & 700 Blk

2 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 9, 2023

Property Damage

False & 9TH ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

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