COUNTY FATALITY DATA
Saguache County, Colorado
Road fatality data for Saguache County (CO). Data period: 2016-2023.
- 28
- Total Fatalities (2016-2023)
- 6
- Latest Year Deaths
- 0.8%
- of Colorado road deaths
- Stable
- Trend
What the Data Shows
Saguache County, Colorado recorded 28 total road fatalities across 25 reported crashes during the 2016-2023 reporting window, according to NHTSA's Fatality Analysis Reporting System. The most recent year covered by the data logged 6 deaths on county roads, and the annual average works out to approximately 3.1 fatalities per year. Per-capita rates are not reported for every county in the FARS dataset; raw counts should therefore be compared against population and road-mile denominators from the state page.
Cause-code breakdowns are not individually published for Saguache County in the current FARS release, so readers looking for contributing-factor data should use the Colorado state page, which aggregates county-level case files into statewide totals. Either way, the underlying records are drawn from a census of fatal crashes, not a statistical sample, so the counts are actual deaths rather than estimates.
The directional trend for Saguache County is stable, meaning annual counts have stayed within a narrow band relative to the average. Residents, insurers, and policy analysts can use this baseline alongside population density, highway mile data, and rural-versus-urban road mix to judge whether Saguache County's 28-death total is proportionate to its exposure. All numbers are for research and informational use only.
Total Fatalities
28
Latest Year
6
Avg Annual
3.1
Trend
↔ Stable
Context
Saguache County recorded 28 total traffic fatalities across 25 reported crashes over the data period (2016-2023). The most recent year saw 6 fatalities. The county averages approximately 3.1 fatalities per year.
Understanding Road Safety in Saguache County
The road fatality data for Saguache County reflects the combined effects of traffic volume, road infrastructure, driver behavior, and emergency response capacity in this area. With 28 total fatalities recorded during the reporting period, this county's safety record should be considered alongside its population density, highway miles, and rural-vs-urban character. Residents and policymakers can use this data to identify whether targeted interventions — such as improved signage, speed enforcement, or infrastructure upgrades — could reduce future fatalities.
How does Saguache County compare?
Saguache County recorded 6 road deaths in its most recent year, 0.8% of Colorado's statewide total, more than 56% of U.S. counties by count. This county is below the 10,000-resident threshold for a population-stable per-capita rate, so figures are shown as counts.
Source: NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Data period: 2016-2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many traffic fatalities occurred in Saguache County, Colorado?
Saguache County recorded 28 total traffic fatalities across 25 reported crashes over the data period (2016-2023). The most recent year saw 6 fatalities. The county averages approximately 3.1 fatalities per year.
What is the leading cause of road fatalities in Saguache County?
Specific cause-of-crash breakdowns for Saguache County are not available in the current NHTSA FARS dataset. Statewide data for Colorado may provide additional context.
Is the trend of road fatalities in Saguache County increasing or decreasing?
The trend in Saguache County is stable. Fatality counts have remained relatively consistent over the data period.
What is the fatality rate per capita in Saguache County?
Per-capita fatality rate data is not available for Saguache County. The raw fatality count of 28 can be compared using statewide context from the Colorado state page.
How does Saguache County compare to the rest of Colorado?
Saguache County recorded 28 total fatalities during the 2016-2023 period. With an average of 3.1 fatalities per year, this county's record should be evaluated alongside population density, highway miles, and whether roads are primarily rural or urban. Visit the Colorado state page for a full county comparison.
Where does the road fatality data for Saguache County come from?
All road fatality data comes from the NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), a census of fatal motor vehicle crashes on public roads in the United States. FARS data covers the period 2016-2023 and includes all crashes resulting in at least one fatality within 30 days.
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Source: NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) This information is for research and informational purposes only
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