A crash has blocked the right shoulder and three center lanes on I-45 Gulf northbound at Telephone Rd. Houston TranStar verified the incident at 4:36 AM on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
This stretch of I-45 Gulf has seen significant activity. According to LocalTrafficAccidents.com data, the corridor has recorded 11 major crashes over the past 90 days, with 4 of those incidents occurring in just the last 30 days.
If you're heading northbound through this area, consider taking Hardy Toll Road, SH-249 to the northwest, or local routes via Airline Drive to avoid the backup. Crews are working to clear the roadway. Check real-time traffic updates before you head out.
IH-45 Gulf Northbound at Telephone Rd
Harris County, Texas
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