A major crash on I-45 Gulf northbound at Broadway St shut northbound lanes at 6:11 AM on Wednesday, September 16, bringing the morning commute to a standstill. The incident closed the roadway during one of the busiest times of day on this stretch.
Emergency crews responded to clear the wreckage and reopen the roadway. Northbound traffic backed up significantly as crews worked the scene. Drivers heading north toward downtown or beyond should expect major delays until the road clears.
If you're trying to get north this morning, consider the Hardy Toll Road, SH-249 northwest, or local routes via Airline Drive as alternates. These won't be quick either given the time of day, but they'll keep you moving.
This location has seen considerable incident activity in recent weeks. According to LocalTrafficAccidents.com data, I-45 Gulf northbound at Broadway recorded 10 major crashes in the past 30 days, with 29 total incidents over the past 90 days. The single busiest hour at this location is 6-7 AM, when crashes occur most frequently, though collisions here happen throughout the day at varied times.
For now, avoid northbound I-45 in this area if you can. Check for updates on lane reopening before you head out.
IH-45 Gulf Northbound at Broadway St/Park Place
Harris County, Texas
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