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Colorado State Patrol Seeks Witnesses After Hazmat Semi Tanker Crash on Highway 139
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Description: Colorado State Patrol is seeking witnesses following a hazardous materials tanker crash on Highway 139 in Rio Blanco County that sent the driver to the hospital. Read the Full Incident Report from CSP...
Semi Tanker Crash on Highway 139 in Rio Blanco County
(Rio Blanco County, COLO) – On January 5, 2026, at approximately 1:19 p.m., the Colorado State Patrol responded to an injury crash in Rio Blanco County involving a Kenworth semi hauling a loaded hazmat placard tanker trailer. The truck was being driven by a 41-year-old male from Parachute, CO, on Highway 139, milepost 46, south of Rangely.
The initial investigation shows the Kenworth was traveling northbound on Highway 139, near milepost 45. The Kenworth failed to negotiate a right curve and traveled off the left side of the road, colliding with a fence. The Kenworth continued down and across a steep ravine before colliding with the opposite side of the ravine. The Kenworth began to travel up the opposite side of the ravine, when it began to roll ¼ times onto its passenger side. During the roll, the hazmat tank was compromised, and its load spilled. The driver was transported to an area hospital for moderate injuries.
The Colorado State Patrol is the lead investigating agency for the crash. If you witnessed this crash and have not spoken to investigators, please contact Colorado State Patrol dispatch at (970) 249-4392 and reference 4B260024. Be prepared to provide your name and contact information so that investigators can reach you.
