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News: CoDOT closes U.S. 85, E. 168th Ave. in Brighton due to crash

Written by Dormer Harpring reviewed by KC Harping. March 13, 2026Accidents In the News

BRIGHTON, CO – Colorado Department of Transportation crews shut down the southbound U.S. 85 and East 168th Avenue on Friday due to a vehicle accident.

The crash occurred before 6:30 a.m., according to Total Traffic & Weather Network – Denver. Traffic delays were seen towards County Road 2 ½ as crews worked to clean up debris and remove the impacted vehicles from the collision site.

Authorities did not report any injuries or citations and are working to determine how the collision unfolded.

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