A crash on I-45 Gulf northbound at Tellepsen Street stopped traffic hard during the early-morning rush at 6:54 AM on Tuesday, August 11. Northbound lanes were tied up with heavy delays as crews worked the scene.
This intersection has seen repeated major crashes. According to LocalTrafficAccidents.com data, the location logged four major incidents in the past 30 days alone — all crashes. Over the past year, the spot has recorded 10 major crashes, making it a persistent problem for commuters heading north out of the city.
If you're heading that direction, consider the Hardy Toll Road, SH-249 northwest, or local routes via Airline Drive. Traffic was backed up significantly as of the incident report, so an alternate route will save you time and frustration.
Harris County saw 17,566 incidents in the past month, so incidents are frequent across the region, but this particular stretch of I-45 is showing a notable concentration of crashes. The northbound direction at Tellepsen has been the site of multiple major collisions in recent weeks, suggesting drivers in this area should stay alert and leave extra following distance.
Clearance time and final lane status were still being assessed as crews remained on scene. Check real-time traffic updates before heading out, and allow extra time if northbound I-45 is in your commute plan.
IH-45 Gulf Northbound at Tellepsen St
Harris County, Texas
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