Broomfield, Colorado

Rear-End Accidents in Broomfield, Colorado

Collisions where one vehicle strikes the back of another. Learn about rear-end accidents in Broomfield, common causes, typical injuries, and find specialized accident lawyers who can help with your case.

Crash Statistics for Broomfield

1,205

Total Crashes

Fatalities

208

Injuries

Rear-End Collision

Most Common Type

Common Causes of Rear-End Accidents

1
Distracted driving
Distracted driving is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Broomfield.
2
Following too closely
Following too closely is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Broomfield.
3
Sudden braking
Sudden braking is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Broomfield.
4
Poor weather conditions
Poor weather conditions is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Broomfield.

Common Injuries from Rear-End Accidents

Whiplash

Back injuries

Head injuries

Spinal cord damage

Monthly Crash Trends

116 crashes

Jan

84 crashes

Feb

109 crashes

Mar

120 crashes

Apr

146 crashes

May

106 crashes

Jun

89 crashes

Jul

95 crashes

Aug

81 crashes

Sep

97 crashes

Oct

79 crashes

Nov

83 crashes

Dec

Average: 100 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Feb 16, 2026

Property Damage

W 120TH AVE & SHERIDAN BLVD

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 13, 2026

Property Damage

SHERIDAN PKWY & STATE HIGHWAY 7

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 10, 2026

Property Damage

SHERIDAN PKWY & STATE HIGHWAY 7

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 9, 2026

Possible Injury

US HIGHWAY 287 & W 10TH AVE

2 injuries reported. Possible Injury collision.

2 injuries

Feb 9, 2026

Property Damage

US HIGHWAY 287 & W 10TH AVE

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 9, 2026

Property Damage

48 US HIGHWAY 36 EB, Broomfield

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 23, 2025

Property Damage

False & HURON ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 22, 2025

Property Damage

144th Avenue & Zuni Street

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 21, 2025

Property Damage

False & ZENOBIA ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 21, 2025

Property Damage

False & CHASE ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common causes of rear-end accidents in Broomfield include: Distracted driving, Following too closely, Sudden braking, Poor weather conditions. Understanding these factors can help drivers stay alert and prevent accidents.