A crash closed the right shoulder of the North Sam Houston Tollway westbound at Fairbanks North Houston Road around 8:36 AM on Thursday, October 29. Houston TranStar confirmed the incident at that time.
The right shoulder remains blocked while crews work the scene. Drivers heading westbound through this area should expect the closure and use alternate lanes if possible.
Harris County saw 11,980 incidents in the past 30 days, including 4 fatalities, according to LocalTrafficAccidents.com data. This stretch of the North Sam Houston Tollway has been the site of repeated crashes in recent weeks. Drivers using this corridor should remain alert, particularly during peak travel times.
Check real-time traffic updates for current conditions and clearance estimates before heading out.
North Sam Houston Tollway Westbound at Fairbanks North Houston Rd
Harris County, Texas
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