A major crash occurred on IH-45 North Southbound at N Shepherd Dr in Houston at around 4:15 PM on Wednesday, February 04, 2026, according to TranStar.
The incident is causing significant delays for motorists in the area. Drivers are advised to expect delays and to use alternate routes if possible while authorities work to clear the scene.
This is a developing story. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
Sources: TxDOT Crash Records Information System and Local Traffic Accidents database. Counts through September 12, 2026.
In the 30 days before this crash, 10 incidents had already been recorded at this location.
Since this crash, 159 more incidents have occurred at this location. The breakdown includes 88 major collisions.
Crash frequency at the location has increased after this incident.
Multiple crashes piled up over consecutive days.
The combined count places this stretch in the most active category in the area.
Counts run through September 04, 2026.
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