Texas roads saw 47,472 reported crashes during July 2026, involving 96,072 units and 118,185 people.
The consequences were significant. According to the July crash data:
20,291 people were injured
1,381 people suffered suspected serious injuries
305 people were killed
3,424 crashes involved commercial motor vehicles
CMV crashes resulted in 1,290 injuries
125 suspected serious injuries occurred in CMV crashes
50 people were killed in crashes involving CMVs
That means Texas averaged approximately 1,531 reported crashes every day during July, along with about 655 injuries, 45 suspected serious injuries, and nearly 10 traffic deaths per day.
These numbers help show the scale of serious car and truck wrecks throughout Texas. But they should not be viewed only as statistics. Each injured person and each person killed represents a real individual and a family dealing with the consequences of a crash.
For drivers in North Texas, the July numbers also show substantial crash activity in Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Arlington, Irving, Grand Prairie, Denton, Lewisville, Garland, Frisco, Mesquite, and on major highways including I-35E, I-20, I-30, I-635, U.S. 75, SH 121, and U.S. 380.
If you were seriously injured in a Dallas-area collision, our Dallas car accident lawyer page explains what may happen after a serious crash and what evidence can matter.
July 2026 Texas Crash Statistics
The statewide totals show just how many Texans were affected by motor vehicle crashes during a single month.
Texas Crash Totals for July 2026
47,472 crashes
96,072 units involved
118,185 persons involved
20,291 injuries
1,381 suspected serious injuries
305 deaths
The term “persons involved” does not mean all 118,185 people were injured. It reflects people associated with the reported crashes. The injury and fatality figures are separate.
TxDOT's Crash Records Information System, commonly called CRIS, contains crash information collected from Texas Peace Officer's Crash Reports and allows crashes to be analyzed by location, date, crash characteristics, units, and persons.
More Than 20,000 People Were Injured in Texas Wrecks in One Month
The 20,291 injuries reported during July mean an average of approximately 655 injured people every day.
Even more concerning, 1,381 people suffered suspected serious injuries, or roughly 45 serious injuries every day.
Serious car and truck wreck injuries can include:
Traumatic brain injuries
Spinal cord injuries
Paralysis
Broken bones
Pelvic fractures
Knee and leg injuries
Internal organ injuries
Burns
Amputations
Permanent impairment
Disfigurement
For someone seriously hurt in a crash, the consequences can continue long after the vehicles are removed from the roadway. Hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, lost income, chronic pain, and permanent limitations can affect an injured person and his or her family for years.
Our broader Dallas car accident attorney page discusses common accident claims and the types of losses that may be recoverable after a serious Texas collision.
305 People Were Killed on Texas Roads in July 2026
Texas also recorded 305 traffic deaths during July 2026.
That is an average of nearly 10 deaths every day.
It is easy to read a statewide number like 305 and lose sight of what it means. These are not merely entries in a crash database. They are parents, spouses, children, siblings, friends, coworkers, and neighbors whose families may never be the same.
When a death results from another person's or company's negligence, certain surviving family members may have rights under Texas wrongful death law. A Dallas wrongful death attorney can investigate the circumstances and determine what claims may exist.
Two Texas Crashes Killed Five People Each in July
Two of the most devastating crashes during July each resulted in five deaths.
Five Killed on Highway 155 Near Flint
On July 9, 2026, five people were killed in a head-on collision on State Highway 155 near Flint in Smith County.
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety information previously reported by The Wooley Law Firm, a Toyota Highlander traveling south crossed into the northbound side of Highway 155 near FM 344 and collided with a Cadillac SUV. Investigators had not determined why the Highlander entered opposing traffic at the time of the report.
Read more about the five people killed in the Highway 155 crash near Flint.
Five Killed on U.S. 77 Near Sinton
Nine days later, on July 18, 2026, another crash killed five people on U.S. 77 in San Patricio County near Sinton.
Read our report about the five people killed in the U.S. 77 crash near Sinton.
Together, these two crashes resulted in 10 deaths, representing about 3.3% of all 305 Texas traffic deaths during July from only two collisions.
These tragedies illustrate why crash statistics must always be viewed in human terms. One serious collision can permanently change several families at once.
Overturned Bus Crash Injured 26 People in Limestone County
July also included mass-injury crashes involving larger vehicles.
On July 1, 2026, an overturned bus crash on State Highway 164 in Limestone County injured 26 people.
Read our report about the overturned bus crash on SH 164 in Limestone County.
Bus and commercial vehicle crashes can create complicated investigations because attorneys and investigators may need to determine:
Who owned the vehicle
Who employed or controlled the driver
Whether the driver was properly trained
Whether speed contributed
Whether brakes, tires, or other equipment were properly maintained
Whether vehicle inspections were current
Whether roadway conditions contributed
What onboard cameras or electronic data show
Depending on the vehicle and circumstances, additional state or federal commercial-vehicle regulations may also apply.
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Commercial Vehicle Crashes Accounted for a Disproportionate Share of Texas Deaths
Commercial motor vehicle crashes deserve particular attention in the July numbers.
During the month:
3,424 crashes involved a CMV
1,290 people were injured
125 people suffered suspected serious injuries
50 people were killed
CMV crashes represented only about 7.2% of all reported Texas crashes during July, yet they accounted for approximately 16.4% of all traffic deaths.
That does not mean a commercial driver or trucking company caused every one of those crashes. Fault must be determined from the evidence in each case.
But the numbers illustrate why collisions involving large commercial vehicles can be so serious.
A commercial motor vehicle may include an 18-wheeler, tractor-trailer, delivery truck, box truck, work truck, bus, construction vehicle, or another qualifying commercial vehicle. Not every CMV crash is an 18-wheeler collision.
People injured in serious commercial truck wrecks often face complicated claims involving multiple companies and insurance carriers. Our Dallas 18-wheeler accident lawyer page explains some of the issues that can arise after a commercial truck crash. The firm's broader 18-wheeler and truck accident practice page also discusses serious truck claims throughout Texas.
Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas Led the July City Crash Totals
Texas' largest cities experienced thousands of crashes during July.
Among the cities included in the July data, the highest totals were:
Houston — 4,773 crashes
San Antonio — 3,494
Dallas — 2,246
El Paso — 1,552
Fort Worth — 1,423
Austin — 912
Laredo — 638
Corpus Christi — 548
Plano — 467
Amarillo — 437
For The Wooley Law Firm's Dallas–Fort Worth clients, the most notable figure is Dallas' 2,246 crashes in a single month.
That averages more than 72 Dallas crashes per day during July.
Fort Worth recorded another 1,423 crashes, showing that serious roadway collisions continue to affect both sides of the Metroplex.
July 2026 Crash Numbers Across Dallas–Fort Worth Cities
Several additional North Texas cities also reported substantial crash activity:
Plano — 467
Arlington — 393
Irving — 310
Grand Prairie — 302
Denton — 266
Lewisville — 225
Garland — 223
Frisco — 216
Mesquite — 206
These numbers reinforce an important point: a serious DFW crash does not have to happen within Dallas city limits.
Car wrecks and commercial vehicle collisions occur throughout Dallas County, Tarrant County, Collin County, Denton County, and the surrounding North Texas communities.
Which Texas Highways Had the Most Crashes in July 2026?
The roadway data also shows heavy crash activity along Texas' major interstate corridors.
The roads with the largest reported totals included:
I-10 — 1,457 crashes
I-35 — 1,119
I-45 — 1,042
I-20 — 728
I-30 — 542
I-35E — 489
I-69 — 467
U.S. 290 — 340
I-610 — 329
SH 6 — 321
Major interstates naturally carry enormous amounts of traffic, so these totals by themselves do not prove that one roadway is more dangerous than another. A meaningful “danger rate” analysis would also need traffic-volume and roadway-mile data.
Still, the numbers show how many collisions occurred on corridors that Texans use every day.
Dallas–Fort Worth Highways With Significant July Crash Totals
Several familiar DFW roads appear prominently in the statewide data:
I-35E — 489 crashes
U.S. 75 — 262
I-35W — 262
I-635 — 240
SH 121 — 202
U.S. 67 — 175
U.S. 287 — 146
U.S. 380 — 131
U.S. 377 — 109
These highways carry a mixture of passenger vehicles, motorcycles, delivery trucks, work vehicles, buses, tractor-trailers, and other commercial traffic.
Major DFW highways can also present complicated driving conditions involving:
Heavy congestion
High speeds
Frequent lane changes
Entrance and exit ramps
Construction zones
Sudden traffic backups
Large numbers of commercial vehicles
Nighttime freight traffic
A serious I-35E truck wreck, I-20 car accident, I-30 collision, I-635 18-wheeler crash, or U.S. 75 accident may require an investigation well beyond what is contained in the initial police report.
What Evidence Matters After a Serious Texas Car or Truck Wreck?
Crash data can tell us where and when collisions occurred. It cannot tell us who was negligent in a particular case.
That requires evidence.
After a serious car wreck, important evidence may include:
Police crash reports
Witness statements
Dash-camera video
Nearby business surveillance footage
Traffic-camera footage
Vehicle event data recorder information
Cell-phone records
Photos of vehicle damage and the roadway
Medical records
Crash reconstruction evidence
Truck and commercial vehicle cases can involve additional evidence, including:
Electronic logging device records
Driver qualification files
Hours-of-service records
Dispatch communications
Truck GPS and telematics data
Onboard camera footage
Maintenance records
Inspection records
Brake and tire records
Cargo and loading documents
Company safety policies
Drug and alcohol testing records when applicable
Some of this evidence may be controlled by the trucking company or another business. That is one reason evidence preservation can become important early in a serious commercial vehicle case.
Who May Be Responsible for a Texas Truck Accident?
Commercial truck accident cases can involve more potential responsible parties than a typical passenger-car collision.
Depending on the evidence, potentially responsible parties could include:
The truck driver
The trucking company
An employer
A vehicle owner
A maintenance contractor
A cargo-loading company
A broker or other entity in limited circumstances
A manufacturer if a defective vehicle or component contributed
Liability depends on the facts. The presence of a commercial truck alone does not establish negligence.
An experienced truck accident attorney can investigate the relationships between the companies involved, identify available insurance coverage, and determine what evidence should be preserved.
What Can an Injured Person Recover After a Texas Car or Truck Crash?
When another person or company is legally responsible for a collision, an injured person may be able to seek compensation for losses such as:
Medical expenses
Future medical care
Lost wages
Loss of earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Mental anguish
Physical impairment
Disfigurement
Property damage
Other damages recognized under Texas law
The damages available depend on the facts and evidence in the individual case.
When a wreck causes a death, qualifying family members may have separate wrongful death claims.
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas Car and Truck Wrecks
How many crashes occurred in Texas in July 2026?
The data provided for this analysis shows 47,472 crashes in Texas during July 2026.
How many people were injured in Texas crashes in July 2026?
There were 20,291 reported injuries, including 1,381 suspected serious injuries.
How many people died in Texas crashes in July 2026?
There were 305 reported traffic deaths during the month.
How many Texas crashes involved commercial motor vehicles?
There were 3,424 CMV crashes, resulting in 1,290 injuries, 125 suspected serious injuries, and 50 deaths.
How many crashes happened in Dallas in July 2026?
The City of Dallas recorded 2,246 crashes during July.
Which Texas highway had the most crashes in the July data?
Among the roadways analyzed, I-10 had the highest total with 1,457 crashes, followed by I-35 with 1,119 and I-45 with 1,042.
Do high crash totals mean a highway is the most dangerous road in Texas?
Not necessarily. Raw crash totals do not account for traffic volume, roadway mileage, or the number of miles driven. A road with more traffic may naturally have more crashes. The figures show crash frequency, not necessarily crash risk per vehicle-mile.
Injured in a Dallas Car or Truck Wreck?
The July 2026 data shows how quickly serious crashes can affect thousands of Texans.
But if you or your family has been affected by a wreck, your case is not a statistic.
The important questions are what caused your collision, what injuries and losses resulted, what evidence exists, and whether another driver, trucking company, commercial vehicle operator, or other party may be legally responsible.
The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in serious car accidents, 18-wheeler wrecks, and commercial vehicle collisions throughout Dallas–Fort Worth and across Texas.
If you were injured in a Dallas car accident, North Texas highway crash, 18-wheeler wreck, or commercial truck collision, you may have the right to seek justice and pursue compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, mental anguish, impairment, and other damages.
Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.
Sources and Data Note
The statistics in this article are based on July 2026 Texas crash data supplied from the Texas crash-data dataset. TxDOT maintains the Crash Records Information System (CRIS), the statewide database used to collect and analyze reportable Texas motor-vehicle crash information.
Crash data may be updated or corrected as reports are processed. Raw crash totals also should not be interpreted by themselves as proof that a particular driver, roadway, city, or company was negligent.
Disclaimer
This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different, and past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Andrew J. Wooley is a dedicated personal injury attorney based in Dallas, Texas. He focuses on helping accident victims recover fair compensation for their injuries. With a commitment to personalized service, Andrew works directly with each client to understand their unique situation and fight for their rights.
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