Dallas County commuters encountered significant morning congestion Thursday as a series of accidents forced traffic to crawl on three of the region’s busiest highways. The incidents, reported by local traffic officials, illustrate the challenges of maintaining smooth travel during peak hours and underscore the importance of rapid response by emergency crews.
Crash details and lane reductions
On northbound Interstate 35E, a collision between Camp Wisdom Road and Laurel Land Road slowed traffic to roughly 15‑20 mph. Wreckers remain on scene working to load the final vehicle involved.
Further east, a crash on US 175 (the CF Hawn Freeway) near the 2nd Avenue interchange, just before the State Highway 310 exit, forced traffic onto a single lane. The resulting backup stretches more than two miles.
Westbound Interstate 635 also operates with only one lane between Marsh Lane and Webb Chapel Road as crews clear a right‑side crash. The blockage has created a solid stack‑up extending beyond the Dallas North Tollway interchange.
Impact on commuters and ongoing response
Officials have not confirmed any injuries from the morning crashes, nor have they provided a timeline for when all lanes on I‑635 and US 175 will fully reopen. In the meantime, drivers are advised to seek alternate routes and allow extra travel time.
Traffic on Interstate 30 near the Ferguson curve is expected to begin easing as crews work through the congestion. A stalled vehicle near the Honeycutt interchange was cleared by courtesy patrol, and a second minor crash in the backup before Ferguson Road was quickly moved to the shoulder, limiting further disruption.
Contrast with neighboring Tarrant County
In a sharp contrast, Tarrant County reported trouble‑free highways as of 7 a.m., highlighting the variability of traffic conditions across the Dallas‑Fort Worth metroplex on any given day.
Tips for drivers
- Check real‑time traffic updates before departing.
- Consider alternate routes such as US 75, Loop 12 or local surface streets.
- Maintain a safe following distance, especially in reduced‑speed zones.
- Be patient and follow directions from traffic crews and law enforcement.
Dallas County transportation officials continue to monitor the situation and will provide updates as lanes are cleared and traffic flow improves.
Original reporting: Dallas – Ft. Worth Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
