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Three lanes blocked on US-290 eastbound at Tidwell Rd

October 28, 2026 at 04:09 PMBy Dennis R. Mundy, Executive Editor📍 Harris County

US-290 eastbound came to a standstill around 4:09 PM on Wednesday, October 28 after a crash at Tidwell Rd. The left shoulder, left lane, and center lane are blocked, according to Houston TranStar.

If you're heading northeast on 290, expect major delays through this stretch. FM 1960 or Cypress-Rosehill Rd work for northwest segments; Hempstead Rd handles inner segments if you need an alternate route.

Harris County saw 11,986 incidents over the past 30 days, with 4 fatalities in that span. Crews are on scene. Check traffic apps for real-time updates before you head out.

📍 Incident Location

US-290 Northwest Eastbound at Tidwell Rd

Harris County, Texas

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