Baytown, TX – A major crash involving a heavy truck shut down Spur-330 westbound near Bayway and Thompson Road late Tuesday afternoon, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities said the crash occurred around 5:20 p.m., prompting emergency crews to block all westbound lanes as Baytown police responded to the scene. Houston TranStar traffic cameras showed long backups stretching east toward Highway 146 as first responders worked to clear the wreckage.
According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the closure is expected to last for an extended period while crews investigate and remove the damaged vehicle. Drivers are urged to avoid the area or use alternate routes until the scene is cleared.
No injuries or estimated reopening time have been reported as of Tuesday evening. Motorists heading toward Baytown or the Houston Ship Channel are advised to monitor traffic alerts for updates.
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