A heavy truck crash shut down the right shoulder and exit ramp at US-290 Northeast eastbound at the IH-10 direct connector at 2:56 PM on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Houston TranStar confirmed the incident in the afternoon.
The crash involved a heavy truck and blocked access to the exit ramp serving that interchange. Exact lane closure details and backup extent remain under investigation.
This location has seen elevated crash activity. According to LocalTrafficAccidents.com data, the US-290 Northeast corridor at IH-10 recorded 16 major incidents over the past 30 days. Over 90 days, the site has logged 24 major crashes, and over the past year, 61 major incidents. Crashes are the most common incident type here over the 90-day period.
If you're traveling northwest segments, consider FM 1960 or Cypress-Rosehill Road as alternates. Inner segments can route via Hempstead Road.
Authorities remain on scene. Updates will follow as the incident clears.
Update (4:05 PM CT): The major crash at US-290 Northwest Eastbound at Ih 10 Direct Connector, first reported at 2:56 PM, has cleared after approximately 1 hour and 9 minutes. All lanes have reopened and normal traffic flow has resumed in the area.
US-290 Northwest Eastbound at Ih 10 Direct Connector
Harris County, Texas
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