Pagosa Springs, Colorado

Rear-End Accidents in Pagosa Springs, Colorado

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

Crash Statistics for Pagosa Springs

Total Crashes

Fatalities

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

Common Injuries from Rear-End Accidents

Whiplash

Back injuries

Head injuries

Spinal cord damage

Monthly Crash Trends

9 crashes

Jan

5 crashes

Feb

7 crashes

Mar

5 crashes

Apr

3 crashes

May

20 crashes

Jun

12 crashes

Jul

7 crashes

Aug

3 crashes

Sep

6 crashes

Oct

1 crashes

Nov

11 crashes

Dec

Average: 7 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Nov 3, 2025

Minor Injury

False & MM 140.981

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury

Oct 26, 2025

Property Damage

San Juan Street & Piedra Road

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 23, 2025

Property Damage

False & MM 143.428

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 20, 2025

Property Damage

US Highway 160 & Mm 138.817

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 17, 2025

Property Damage

15th Street & 260

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 2, 2025

Possible Injury

False & MM 142.027

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Sep 2, 2025

Possible Injury

False & MM 141.011

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

1 injury

Aug 31, 2025

Minor Injury

San Juan Street & Mm 141.744

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

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