A major crash shut down the East Sam Houston Tollway southbound at BS 90/Old Beaumont Highway around 9:38 AM on Wednesday, September 09, disrupting morning traffic across Harris County.
Emergency crews responded to the scene and worked to clear the wreckage. No information about injuries or vehicle count was immediately available.
According to LocalTrafficAccidents.com data, this interchange has logged four major incidents over the past 30 days, with every reported incident at this location classified as major severity. Over a 90-day window, the corridor shows eight major crashes, and the 12-month record reflects 11 major incidents. Wednesdays have been the most common day for crashes here, with four incidents recorded over the past 90 days.
Drivers heading southbound in the area should expect significant delays and consider alternate routing until the scene is cleared and lanes reopen. Check traffic updates for real-time information on reopening and current conditions on the tollway.
East Sam Houston Tollway Southbound at Bs 90/Old Beaumont Hwy
Harris County, Texas
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