Expect Major Freeway Closures as Spring Break Kicks Off in Houston

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As Spring Break begins, Houston drivers should prepare for multiple freeway closures and detours this weekend due to ongoing construction projects. If you’re heading out, plan ahead to avoid traffic delays.

IH-69 Eastex Freeway Closures

On the northeast side, both directions of IH-69 Eastex Freeway will see lane closures between Cavalcade Street and Kelley Street. Two lanes in each direction will be closed starting this weekend, with the roadway expected to fully reopen by Monday, March 10, at 5 a.m. Drivers looking for alternate routes can use Hirsch Road or Lockwood Drive.

Lane Closures on IH-69 Southwest Freeway

Expect slow-moving traffic along the IH-69 Southwest Freeway southbound at IH-610 West Loop on Saturday. One outside lane will close at 7 a.m., but there’s some relief—TxDOT anticipates reopening it by 5 p.m. the same day.

IH-45 Gulf Freeway Work on Sunday

Sunday commuters should be aware of lane closures along IH-45 Gulf Freeway. Three outside lanes will be closed from Almeda Genoa Road to Airport Boulevard/College Avenue starting at 5 a.m. The lanes are expected to reopen by Monday morning, just in time for the start of the workweek.

Weekend Construction in Galveston County

Houston TranStar has also reported multiple closures in Galveston County:

  • IH-45 Northbound (Hughes Road to Deats Road in Dickinson): Two outside lanes will be shut down from Friday at 9 p.m. to Monday at 5 a.m.
  • Northbound Frontage Road (FM-517 to Deats Road in Dickinson): One inside lane will be closed from Friday at 9 p.m. to Monday at 5 a.m.
  • Northbound Exit Ramp to FM-646 in Dickinson: This exit ramp will close permanently starting Friday at 9 p.m. A new ramp will open, requiring drivers to exit toward SH 96, make a U-turn, and use the southbound frontage road to reach FM-646.

Hardy Toll Road Maintenance Closure

Drivers relying on the Hardy Toll Road should take note of scheduled maintenance affecting southbound traffic. From Saturday at 9 a.m. through Sunday at 7 p.m., the right southbound main lane between East Louetta Road and the North Hardy Toll Road Plaza will be closed. Additionally, the southbound entrance ramp at East Louetta Road will be inaccessible during this period.

With multiple freeway projects happening simultaneously, Houston drivers should expect delays and consider alternative routes. Stay tuned to Houston TranStar for real-time updates.

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