Question 1

What are the most dangerous roads in Denver?

Accepted Answer

Denver's most accident-prone corridors include: (1) Colfax Avenue — the city's primary east-west arterial with high pedestrian conflict; (2) Federal Boulevard — heavy north-south truck and vehicle traffic; (3) Santa Fe Drive — arterial with complex interchanges; (4) I-25 through downtown — high-speed merges and weaves; (5) Quebec Street — suburban commercial corridor with high turn-movement accidents. CDOT and Denver Public Works use this data to prioritize safety investments.

Question 2

How many traffic fatalities happen in Denver per year?

Accepted Answer

Denver typically records 55–75 traffic fatalities per year. Pedestrian fatalities account for roughly 30–40% of total — a disproportionate share that reflects the danger faced by people on foot. Bicyclist fatalities average 3–6 per year. The city's Vision Zero Action Plan targets zero fatalities by 2030 through infrastructure improvements, speed limit reductions, and enforcement.

Question 3

What is the most common type of traffic accident in Denver?

Accepted Answer

Rear-end collisions are the most common accident type in Denver, accounting for roughly 35% of all crashes. Angle collisions (intersections with cross-traffic) are second most common. Sideswipes, backing accidents, and single-vehicle crashes (hitting fixed objects) complete the top categories. Impaired driving, distracted driving, and speeding are the leading contributing factors.

Question 4

What should I do after a car accident in Denver?

Accepted Answer

After a Denver accident: (1) Move to safety if possible and not seriously injured; (2) Call 911 for injuries or significant damage; (3) Exchange insurance information, driver's licenses, and contact details; (4) Document the scene with photos; (5) File a Denver Police report (required for accidents over $1,000 in damage or involving injuries); (6) Report to your insurance within 24 hours. Colorado is an at-fault state — the at-fault driver's insurance covers damages.

Question 5

How can I report a dangerous intersection in Denver?

Accepted Answer

Report dangerous intersections via Denver 311 (app, phone, or web). Specify 'Traffic Safety' as the category. CDOT and Denver Public Works conduct engineering studies at intersections with above-average crash rates. You can also contact your Denver City Council district representative to request traffic safety improvements. The annual Vision Zero Report publishes high-priority intersection improvements planned for the coming year.

Denver Traffic Accidents Map 2026

Most Dangerous Areas (Last 12 Months)

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