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.
This wasn't the first crash at the location — 12 had been recorded in the previous 30 days.
Since this crash, 1099 additional collisions have happened at the same location. Major-severity incidents accounted for 813 of the total. 5 of those crashes turned fatal.
Incidents have been arriving more often at this location since.
Three of those crashes fell within a single week.
The aggregate count puts this location in the most active tier of county crash sites.
Through October 04, 2026.
IH-45 Northbound at Rayford Rd/Sawdust Rd
Harris County, Texas
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