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Heavy truck crash closes multiple lanes on US-290 eastbound

November 04, 2026 at 08:24 PMBy Dennis R. Mundy, Executive Editor📍 Harris County

A heavy truck crashed on US-290 Northwest eastbound at the I-10 direct connector at 8:24 PM Wednesday, November 04, blocking the right shoulder, right lane, both center lanes, and both interchange ramps.

The right shoulder and right lane remain blocked, along with the left and right interchange ramps connecting to I-10. This location has seen significant crash activity in recent weeks—LTA data shows 12 major incidents here over the past 30 days, with 26 documented over the past 90 days.

Drivers heading eastbound on US-290 should use FM 1960 or Cypress-Rosehill Road for northwest segments, or Hempstead Road for inner segments. Check conditions before heading out; this intersection experiences crashes at varied times throughout the day and night.

📍 Incident Location

US-290 Northwest Eastbound at Ih 10 Direct Connector

Harris County, Texas

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