Three lanes are blocked on I-45 northbound at Beltway 8-North following a crash at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. The right lane and both center lanes remain closed as of the latest update from Houston TranStar.
According to LocalTrafficAccidents.com data, this stretch of I-45 northbound at Beltway 8-North has recorded 68 total incidents over the past 12 months. All 68 were major crashes. Wednesdays have been the most common incident day at this location, with 7 crashes logged over the past 90 days.
Drivers heading north on I-45 should consider Hardy Toll Road, SH-249 to the northwest, or local routes via Airline Drive as alternatives while lanes remain closed.
IH-45 North Southbound at Beltway 8-North
Harris County, Texas
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