An entrance ramp on IH-45 northbound at Houston Ave is blocked this morning following a crash verified at 1:45 AM Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Houston TranStar confirmed the closure. Drivers heading north on the interstate toward downtown should expect the ramp to remain unavailable while crews work the scene.
If you're traveling that corridor, consider the Hardy Toll Road, SH-249 to the northwest, or local routes via Airline Drive as alternates. Check conditions before you head out—this is an active incident and delays are likely in the immediate area.
IH-45 North Northbound at Houston Ave
Harris County, Texas
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