Montrose, Colorado

Head-On Collisions in Montrose, Colorado

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

Crash Statistics for Montrose

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

Common Injuries from Head-On Collisions

Traumatic brain injury

Chest injuries

Facial injuries

Fatal injuries

Monthly Crash Trends

2 crashes

Mar

1 crashes

Apr

1 crashes

Jun

2 crashes

Jul

1 crashes

Aug

Average: 1 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Aug 12, 2025

Property Damage

False & CHIPETA RD

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Mar 6, 2025

Property Damage

False & 2000 BLK

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Jul 12, 2024

Serious Injury

6900 Road & Sunnyside Road

1 injury reported. Serious Injury collision.

1 injury

Jun 28, 2024

Possible Injury

Townsend Avenue & Airport Road

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Jul 28, 2023

Minor Injury

Ogden Road & 66000 Blk

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury

Apr 6, 2023

Minor Injury

Townsend Avenue 1700 Blk N & Launa Drive

4 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

4 injuries

Frequently Asked Questions

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