Fountain, Colorado

Rear-End Accidents in Fountain, Colorado

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

Crash Statistics for Fountain

533

Total Crashes

Fatalities

180

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

Common Injuries from Rear-End Accidents

Whiplash

Back injuries

Head injuries

Spinal cord damage

Monthly Crash Trends

54 crashes

Jan

47 crashes

Feb

62 crashes

Mar

34 crashes

Apr

51 crashes

May

51 crashes

Jun

48 crashes

Jul

48 crashes

Aug

33 crashes

Sep

44 crashes

Oct

26 crashes

Nov

35 crashes

Dec

Average: 44 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Nov 21, 2025

Possible Injury

False & FOUNTAIN MESA RD

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 5, 2025

Property Damage

Mesa Ridge Parkway & Syracuse Street

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 4, 2025

Property Damage

Highway 85 & Duckwood Road

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 4, 2025

Property Damage

False & CENTER VALLEY DR

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 2, 2025

Property Damage

True & BALING WIRE WAY

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 2, 2025

Property Damage

S. Highway 85 & State Highway 16

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 29, 2025

Possible Injury

False & BANDLEY DR

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

1 injury

Oct 29, 2025

Property Damage

Mesa Ridge Parkway & Bandley Drive

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

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