Denver, Colorado

Head-On Collisions in Denver, Colorado

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

Crash Statistics for Denver

300

Total Crashes

Fatalities

217

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

Common Injuries from Head-On Collisions

Traumatic brain injury

Chest injuries

Facial injuries

Fatal injuries

Monthly Crash Trends

32 crashes

Jan

34 crashes

Feb

41 crashes

Mar

35 crashes

Apr

24 crashes

May

21 crashes

Jun

23 crashes

Jul

21 crashes

Aug

14 crashes

Sep

17 crashes

Oct

16 crashes

Nov

22 crashes

Dec

Average: 25 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Feb 13, 2026

Minor Injury

N QUEBEC ST & E 11TH AVE

3 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

3 injuries

Feb 11, 2026

Minor Injury

N YOSEMITE ST & E 11TH AVE

2 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

2 injuries

Feb 9, 2026

Property Damage

W REGIS BLVD & N IRVING ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 16, 2025

Serious Injury

True & N TOWER RD

1 injury reported. Serious Injury collision.

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

1 injury

Nov 9, 2025

Possible Injury

Knox Court & Exposition Road

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 4, 2025

Possible Injury

Cornell Avenue & Federal Boulevard

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

1 injury

Oct 31, 2025

Property Damage

Lincoln Street & Alameda Avenue

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 31, 2025

Property Damage

True & 15TH ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

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