MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX - A major crash on IH-45 northbound at Rayford Rd/Sawdust Rd has caused significant delays for drivers in Montgomery County. The incident was reported to authorities at 11:39 AM on Wednesday, February 04, 2026.
According to TranStar, the crash is currently blocking multiple lanes on the northbound side of the highway. Motorists should expect major delays and are advised to avoid the area if possible as emergency crews 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.
The 30 days preceding this crash saw 12 crashes at this same location.
1079 more crashes at this location followed this incident. 805 of those were classified as major. 5 of the more recent crashes ended in a fatality.
The rate of incidents has risen in the period since this crash.
Several of the incidents hit within days of one another.
The combined count puts this stretch in the top tier for crashes in the area.
Reflecting incident data through September 06, 2026.
IH-45 Northbound at Rayford Rd/Sawdust Rd in Montgomery County
Harris County, Texas
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