A crash closed the right shoulder and right lane on SH-288 northbound at IH-69 Southwest at 2:53 PM on Wednesday, November 04, 2026, according to Houston TranStar.
The incident occurred during afternoon traffic. Right-lane traffic was diverted to remaining open lanes while crews worked the scene.
This location has seen repeated major crashes recently. According to LocalTrafficAccidents.com data, SH-288 northbound at IH-69 Southwest has experienced six major incidents in the past 30 days. Over the past year, the intersection has logged 38 major crashes.
Drivers heading northbound on SH-288 toward downtown should expect delays. US-59 frontage roads and Hillcroft or Fondren avenues offer alternate routing for southwest-segment traffic, or drivers can use SH-288 southbound to circle back if needed.
Check Houston TranStar for real-time updates on clearing time.
SH-288 Northbound at IH-69 Southwest
Harris County, Texas
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