Major traffic switch begins November 7 as I-10 White Oak Bayou Elevation Project advances.
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Major traffic switch begins November 7 as I-10 White Oak Bayou Elevation Project advances.

October 6, 2025

Significant progress is being made as we continue advancing through phase 1 of the I-10 White Oak Bayou elevation project. Beginning Friday November 7 construction crews will implement a major traffic switch that will reduce the I-10 westbound mainlanes between I-45 North Freeway and Houston Ave to two lanes of traffic which will remain close until an estimated mid-2026.

This closure is necessary to complete the construction of the new elevated westbound mainlanes, which will overlap the footprint of the existing westbound mainlanes. Currently, on I-10 westbound between I-45 and Studemont Street, the lanes are reduced to three lanes, while the I-45 northbound connector ramp to I-10 westbound is reduced to a single lane of traffic.

Other major travel impacts:

  • Total closure of the I-45 Southbound Direct Connector to I-10 Westbound, including the HOV lane, estimated to re-open mid-2026. This connector will be fully closed to allow for its removal and reinstallation at the new elevated height.
  • Total closure of the I-10 Eastbound Direct Connector to I-45 Northbound, estimated to last through project completion in mid-2028. This direct connector weaves over the existing westbound mainlanes, under the existing HOV, and will be rebuilt similarly through the proposed bridges. The construction will be completed in phases throughout the entirety of the project.

This $400 million project will raise the elevation of the I-10 mainlanes above the floodplain of White Oak Bayou from Heights Boulevard to I-45 including the reconstruction of the I-10 HOV lanes, and reconstruction of the Houston Avenue Bridge.

While we will continue to make outstanding progress as this project continues, during construction, drivers are advised to follow posted detour signs and remain vigilant of changing traffic patterns. Patience and caution will be essential to ensure safety as construction advances.

For more information on this closure contact Kris Hadley at Kristina.Hadley@txdot.gov or (713) 802-5076. Also be sure to visit the project website. For closure and detour information visit Houston TranStar and follow TxDOT Houston on X, Facebook, Instagram and Threads for roadway updates and information. Closures are subject to change due to weather.