Thornton, Colorado

T-Bone Accidents in Thornton, Colorado

Side-impact collisions typically occurring at intersections. Learn about broadside accidents in Thornton, common causes, typical injuries, and find specialized accident lawyers who can help with your case.

Crash Statistics for Thornton

785

Total Crashes

Fatalities

387

Injuries

Broadside (T-Bone)

Most Common Type

Common Causes of T-Bone Accidents

1
Running red lights
Running red lights is a leading factor in broadside accidents throughout Thornton.
2
Failure to yield
Failure to yield is a leading factor in broadside accidents throughout Thornton.
3
Distracted driving
Distracted driving is a leading factor in broadside accidents throughout Thornton.
4
Speeding
Speeding is a leading factor in broadside accidents throughout Thornton.

Common Injuries from T-Bone Accidents

Side impact injuries

Hip fractures

Arm injuries

Head trauma

Monthly Crash Trends

89 crashes

Jan

84 crashes

Feb

69 crashes

Mar

65 crashes

Apr

83 crashes

May

61 crashes

Jun

77 crashes

Jul

61 crashes

Aug

62 crashes

Sep

48 crashes

Oct

39 crashes

Nov

47 crashes

Dec

Average: 65 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Feb 14, 2026

Property Damage

EAST 128TH AVE / QUEBEC STREET, Thornton

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 13, 2026

Property Damage

E 120TH AVE, Thornton

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 10, 2026

Property Damage

True, Thornton

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 9, 2026

Property Damage

False, Thornton

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 8, 2026

Property Damage

EAST 136TH AVE & I25 NB OFFRAMP

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 10, 2025

Property Damage

On Road & YORK ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 4, 2025

Possible Injury

True & WASHINGTON ST

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 28, 2025

Property Damage

Roadway & RIVERDALE RD

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Oct 28, 2025

Minor Injury

On Road near THORNTON

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

1 injury

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common causes of broadside accidents in Thornton include: Running red lights, Failure to yield, Distracted driving, Speeding. Understanding these factors can help drivers stay alert and prevent accidents.