SH-16, TEXAS — A severe traffic crash has forced the full closure of State Highway 16 in both the northbound and southbound directions. The closure is located between 5.3 and 5.9 miles north of FM-500 near mile marker 0406, cutting off through traffic.
Emergency personnel and clearance units are active at the scene working to resolve the incident. Delays are rapidly mounting in both directions, and no formal detour has been established.
The Texas Department of Transportation reports that the incident began around 2:54 PM. Crews currently project that the roadway will reopen by approximately 4:30 PM, though that timeline may shift depending on clearance efforts.
Motorists and freight dispatchers are advised to delay travel through the corridor or utilize alternative routes to avoid substantial delays. We will update this report as additional details are verified.
