A crash on SH-146 southbound at Fairmont Parkway shut down the left shoulder and left lane at 7:07 AM on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, according to Houston TranStar. Crews responded to clear the road.
This intersection sits in a corridor with a substantial crash history. Per TxDOT CRIS public crash records, the area within a quarter-mile has logged 559 crashes since January 2020, including one fatality. Contributing factors as recorded by the investigating officer, per TxDOT CRIS, show "Failed To Control Speed" as the leading factor, cited in 111 crashes at this location.
Harris County recorded 11,983 incidents over the past 30 days, with 4 fatalities. Conditions at the time were partly cloudy and 73 degrees.
If you're heading southbound on SH-146 near Fairmont this morning, expect delays. Check Houston TranStar for the latest on clearing time and lane reopening.
Update (9:10 AM CT): As of 9:10 AM CT, the scene remains active and lanes may still be affected. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes.
Update (9:25 AM CT): The major crash at SH-146 Southbound at Fairmont Pkwy., first reported at 7:07 AM, has cleared after approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes. All lanes have reopened and normal traffic flow has resumed in the area.
Sources: TxDOT Crash Records Information System and Local Traffic Accidents database. Counts through October 28, 2026.
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