Crash News / Houston

Major Crash Blocks US-290 Northwest Westbound at Gessner

US-290 Northwest Westbound at Gessner Rd · Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 6:02 AM

A major crash shut down the right shoulder of US-290 Northwest westbound at Gessner Road on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 6:02 AM. The crash occurred under overcast skies with visibility limited to 2.1 miles. Wet road conditions were present at the time of the incident.

In the 30 days before this crash, 36 crashes were reported within one mile of this location, with 16 of those at major severity. Over the previous 90 days, 138 crashes occurred within one mile, including 54 at major severity. Within a quarter-mile of this exact spot, the 12-month period preceding this crash saw 275 total incidents, with 155 classified as major severity.

Drivers using this corridor should know that nearby locations see significant crash activity. The West Sam Houston Tollway Northbound at Philippine Street had 11 crashes in the last 90 days. The West Sam Houston Tollway Southbound at US-290 Northwest, at Little York Road, and at Tanner Road each recorded between 9 and 10 crashes during that same period. The 14098 Northwest Freeway Outbound location also saw 10 crashes. Between 3 PM and 4 PM is the busiest hour for crashes within one mile of this area.

This report is based on preliminary public traffic information and may change as more is learned. It is general information, not legal advice.