Castle Rock is one of Colorado’s fastest-growing communities. But with growth comes heavier traffic — and with traffic, higher car accident risks for drivers.
Over the past decade, congestion on Castle Rock’s main thoroughfares has contributed to a troubling rise in collisions. Some intersections and roads have consistently high crash rates. Driving carefully (and defensively) in these high-risk areas can help you avoid a major crash.
If you have been involved in a car crash on one of Caste Rock’s dangerous roads, contact our Castle Rock car accident lawyer to file a claim. Call us at (303) 688-7474 for a free consultation.
Hazardous Roads and Intersections in Castle Rock and Douglas County
The sections below highlight Castle Rock’s most hazardous intersections and roads, based on the most recent crash data.
Founders Parkway
Founders Parkway is one of Castle Rock’s busiest corridors and a hotspot for collisions. Several of its intersections rank among the most dangerous in Douglas County:
- Front Street and Founders Parkway – 140 crashes in the most recent reporting year.
- Founders Parkway and Allen Way – 168 crashes, one of the highest totals in town.
- Fifth Street and Founders Parkway – 66 crashes.
- Founders Parkway and Crowfoot Valley Road – 45 crashes.
The combination of heavy commuter traffic, turn patterns, and high speeds makes Founders Parkway particularly hazardous.
Plum Creek Parkway and I-25 Interchanges
Plum Creek Parkway is another danger zone, especially where it intersects with I-25 ramps.
- Plum Creek Parkway and Northbound I-25 ramps – 131 crashes.
- Plum Creek Parkway and Southbound I-25 ramps – 54 crashes.
- Wilcox Street and Plum Creek Parkway – 39 crashes.
- Perry Street and Plum Creek Parkway – 39 crashes.
Sudden merges and short ramp distances increase the likelihood of collisions, particularly during rush hour.
Meadows Parkway
Meadows Parkway serves as a main gateway for shoppers, commuters, and residents traveling to I-25 and U.S. 85 (Santa Fe Drive). Unfortunately, it’s also home to several high-crash intersections:
- Meadows Parkway and Highway 85 – 96 crashes.
- Factory Shops Boulevard and Meadows Parkway – 121 crashes.
- Meadows Parkway and Southbound I-25 ramps – 57 crashes.
- Meadows Parkway and Meadows Boulevard – 42 crashes.
These intersections experience heavy retail traffic near the Outlets at Castle Rock, increasing the likelihood of accidents.
Dangerous Intersections in Downtown Castle Rock
Downtown Castle Rock sees less traffic volume than the major arterials. However, it still experiences a fair number of collisions each year.
- Wilcox Street and Fifth Street – 33 crashes.
- Perry Street and Fifth Street – 33 crashes.
- Wilcox Street and NB I-25 ramps – 33 crashes.
The mix of local traffic, pedestrians, and vehicles entering and exiting I-25 makes these intersections challenging.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation After a Crash at a Dangerous Intersection
If you’re injured in a crash on one of Castle Rock’s dangerous roads or intersections, you have rights. You may be entitled to compensation from the at-fault driver. A personal injury claim can help you recover compensation for your medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages.
A Castle Rock car accident attorney can help you explore your legal rights and options. Contact Casares Injury Law today for a free consultation to discuss your case.