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 October 1, 2026.
The location's 30-day count stood at 12 before this incident.
The 37 weeks since this incident have brought 1083 more crashes here. 815 of the crashes that followed were major. 5 of the crashes since this incident was fatal.
Incidents have arrived less frequently at this location since.
Some of those crashes occurred within days of each other.
That total ranks this location among the highest-incident corridors in the county.
Data current as of October 21, 2026.
IH-45 Northbound at Rayford Rd/Sawdust Rd
Harris County, Texas
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