A major crash on IH-45 northbound at Rayford Rd/Sawdust Rd has caused significant delays for morning commuters in Harris County. The incident was reported to authorities at 11:39 AM on Wednesday, February 04, 2026.
According to TranStar, the crash is classified as "major" in severity, and motorists should expect extended delays in the area as crews work to clear the scene. Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes if possible.
This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Sources: TxDOT Crash Records Information System and Local Traffic Accidents database. Counts through September 12, 2026.
12 incidents had occurred at this location in the 30 days prior.
In the 213 days that followed, 1079 more crashes occurred at this location. The subsequent count included 805 major collisions. 5 of those that followed this incident was fatal.
The location has logged crashes at a higher rate after this one.
Some of those crashes occurred within days of each other.
That places this location among the highest-incident segments in the county.
Numbers current through September 06, 2026.
IH-45 Northbound at Rayford Rd/Sawdust Rd
Harris County, Texas
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