A crash took down three lanes on I-45 Gulf southbound at Broadway St and Park Place at 5:37 PM on Saturday, November 07, 2026. Houston TranStar confirmed the left shoulder, left lane, and center lane blocked.
The southbound stretch is dealing with significant congestion. If you're heading that way, consider the Hardy Toll Road, SH-249 northwest, or local routes via Airline Drive to avoid the backup.
This location has seen repeated incidents. According to LTA data, I-45 Gulf southbound at Broadway and Park Place recorded 8 major crashes in the past 30 days — all of them major severity. Over the past year, the corridor has logged 65 major incidents at this same spot, making it a persistent flashpoint for southbound traffic.
Check Houston TranStar for clearing updates. Crews are working the scene.
IH-45 Gulf Southbound at Broadway St/Park Place
Harris County, Texas
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