A major crash brought the East Sam Houston Tollway southbound to a standstill around 5:27 AM on Thursday, August 13, blocking traffic at the BS 90/Old Beaumont Highway exit.
The incident forced multiple lanes closed as emergency crews worked the scene. Southbound drivers faced significant backup during the early morning hours, with the delay affecting commuters heading toward the Beaumont corridor and points southeast of Harris County.
According to LocalTrafficAccidents.com data, this location has recorded six major incidents over the past 30 days—all crashes. Over the past 90 days, eight major crashes have occurred at this same interchange, underscoring a persistent concentration of collisions at this particular merge point on the tollway.
Expect residual delays in the area as crews clear debris and restore full lane capacity. Southbound drivers should anticipate slower-moving traffic through the BS 90 exit for the next few hours as the roadway returns to normal flow.
If you're heading south on the tollway this morning, allow extra time and consider alternate routes if available. Check real-time traffic updates before you head out.
East Sam Houston Tollway Southbound at Bs 90/Old Beaumont Hwy
Harris County, Texas
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