A major crash on SH-288 northbound at Elgin has shut four lanes Monday, October 26, 2026 at 8:49 PM. According to Houston TranStar, the left shoulder, left lane, and both center lanes are blocked.
The northbound mainlanes are heavily impacted. If you're heading north on 288, expect significant delays in the area.
Alternate routes include Almeda Road, South Main Street, or IH-69/US-59 as a parallel freeway option. You may also consider shifting your route entirely if travel isn't urgent.
The incident remains active. Check Houston TranStar for real-time updates on when the mainlanes reopen.
SH-288 Northbound at Elgin
Harris County, Texas
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