A major crash on SH-288 northbound at I-45 Gulf has closed the left shoulder, left lane, and center lane as of 1:00 AM on Sunday, November 01, 2026, according to Houston TranStar.
The northbound corridor at this interchange remains partially blocked. Drivers heading north should expect disruption in the immediate area. The Hardy Toll Road, SH-249 northwest, or local routes via Airline Drive offer alternatives to this stretch.
This intersection has seen significant crash activity. LTA data shows five major incidents in the past 30 days at this location, with 11 major crashes recorded over the past 90 days. All incidents logged here in recent months have been classified as major, underscoring consistent congestion risk at this merge point.
Conditions remain active at the scene. Drivers are advised to use alternate routes or expect lane restrictions if traveling this corridor.
SH-288 Northbound at IH-45 Gulf
Harris County, Texas
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