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Multiple westbound lanes of I-10 closed after 18-wheeler strikes bridge in E. Houston
By Christian Terry at KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
Multiple westbound lanes of I-10 are closed at Wayside Drive after an 18-wheeler struck a bridge and lost it’s load.Houston Transtar cameras show the 18-wheeler under the bridge. Only one lane appears to be getting by at this time.Prepare for delays or seek an alternate route.
Key takeaway Houston Transtar cameras show the 18-wheeler under the bridge.
Why this matters in The Bellaire
The closure of multiple westbound lanes of I-10 at Wayside Drive will undoubtedly cause significant disruptions for Bellaire residents who commute to work or school in the Houston area. Many rely on this stretch of I-10 to travel to destinations in western Houston, and the reduction to a single lane will lead to lengthy delays. As a result, drivers may need to consider alternative routes, such as the Westpark Tollway or US-290, to avoid the congestion. The incident also raises concerns about the safety and maintenance of bridges along major highways, which are critical to the region's transportation infrastructure. Bellaire residents who use I-10 regularly should plan for extra time to reach their destinations and monitor traffic updates for the latest information on the lane closures and any subsequent repairs.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local ·
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What is this story about? Multiple westbound lanes of I-10 are closed at Wayside Drive after an 18-wheeler struck a bridge and lost it’s load.Houston Transtar cameras show the 18-wheeler under the bridge. Only one lane appears to be getting by at this time.Prepare for delays or seek an alternate route.
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