2020 showed a significant decrease in fatal vehicle crashes in northwest Colorado which showed roads were far safer than most other areas across the state. According to Colorado State Patrol, the District 4 region (which includes Moffat, Rio Blanco, and Routt Counties) was over 25 percent safer than in 2019. “The data will become finalized in the next couple of weeks, but presently we are seeing a 25.5% reduction in fatalities from vehicle crashes,’ stated Major David Rollins, District 4 Commander for the Colorado State Patrol. “Our primary focus has and always will be creating a safe and secure environment on our highways and local roadways.” Travel patterns around the state changed dramatically due to pandemic response. The top causes of fatal crashes in Colorado in 2020 were excess speed, distracted driving, and DUI. Colorado State Patrol encourages all drivers to watch their speed, stay alert, and never drive under the influence.
