Thornton, Colorado

Head-On Collisions in Thornton, Colorado

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

Crash Statistics for Thornton

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

Common Injuries from Head-On Collisions

Traumatic brain injury

Chest injuries

Facial injuries

Fatal injuries

Monthly Crash Trends

6 crashes

Jan

11 crashes

Feb

5 crashes

Mar

5 crashes

Apr

6 crashes

May

5 crashes

Jun

2 crashes

Jul

4 crashes

Aug

2 crashes

Oct

3 crashes

Nov

4 crashes

Dec

Average: 5 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Feb 16, 2026

Property Damage

True, Thornton

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 13, 2026

Possible Injury

True, Thornton

2 injuries reported. Possible Injury collision.

2 injuries

Nov 21, 2025

Possible Injury

104th Avenue & Colorado Boulevard

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury

Aug 31, 2025

Minor Injury

128th Avenue & Holly Street

2 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

2 injuries

Aug 26, 2025

Possible Injury

THORNTON PKWY & WASHINGTON ST

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

1 injury

Aug 25, 2025

Property Damage

Oneida Street & 128th Avenue

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Apr 6, 2025

Property Damage

Quebec Street & 138th Avenue

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Mar 4, 2025

Property Damage

True & FRANKLIN ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 15, 2025

Property Damage

136th Avenue & York Street

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

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