Gilpin County Train-Truck Crash Closes Multiple Roads, Injures One

On July 14, 2025, an Amtrak train traveling from Chicago to the San Francisco Bay collided with a semi tractor-trailer at a railroad crossing in Gilpin County, Colorado, causing multiple road closures including Highway 72, South Beaver Creek Road, and Pactolus Lake Road. The train was carrying 268 passengers and 10 crew members, with no serious injuries reported among them; however, the semi driver was airlifted to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and cited for failing to stop at the crossing. Roads remained closed for several hours as emergency crews cleared debris and inspected tracks before reopening by evening, with local authorities and residents praised for their cooperation and assistance during the incident. The Gilpin County Sheriff's Office advised residents to follow official channels for updates and emphasized the importance of stopping at railroad crossings. This incident highlights the critical need for caution at railroad crossings to prevent future accidents. The investigation is ongoing with Amtrak cooperating with local law enforcement.