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Car Accidents in Denton, Texas

Denton is a fast-growing college town where I-35E and I-35W merge. University traffic and highway volume create unique challenges.

Updated: February 2026 • 5 min read
1,500+
Crashes per year
150K
Population
2
Major universities
I-35
Split point

Most Dangerous Roads in Denton

1. I-35E / I-35W

The two branches of I-35 merge north of Denton. This creates heavy traffic and confusion.

2. US-380

Major east-west highway with increasing traffic from DFW suburban growth.

3. Loop 288

Denton's loop highway connecting major roads with high-speed sections.

4. University Drive / Ave C

UNT and TWU campus areas with heavy pedestrian and student traffic.

5. Teasley Lane

Growing corridor with retail centers and increasing congestion.

🎓 College Town Traffic

With UNT and TWU, Denton has 50,000+ students. Game days, graduation, and move-in weeks create major traffic spikes. Young drivers also contribute to higher accident rates.

What to Do After an Accident in Denton

  1. 1. Call Denton Police – Non-emergency: (940) 349-8181
  2. 2. Move to safety – Get off the roadway
  3. 3. Document everything – Photos, witness info
  4. 4. Exchange information – Insurance and contact details
  5. 5. Get medical care – Medical City Denton is available
  6. 6. Track your report – Set up free monitoring

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