Major Houston freeway closures could slow down your weekend

Saturday, August 29, 2020
Extensive closures around I-610 and US-59 this weekend
ABC13's Katherine Whaley suggests taking these alternate routes if you're in the Galleria area this weekend.

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Expect closures this weekend around the I-610 West Loop and US-59 in the Galleria area.

US-59 ramp closure:

  • Southbound ramp to I-610 West Loop southbound
  • All weekend
  • Alternate route: Richmond

Westpark Dr. closure:

  • Eastbound and westbound at I-610 West Loop
  • All weekend
  • Alternate route: Richmond

I-610 West Loop closure:

  • Northbound and southbound ramp to US-59 northbound
  • Friday 9:00 p.m. - Saturday 5 a.m.
  • Alternate route: Exit southbound, U-turn at Chimney Rock

I-610 West Loop closure:

  • Northbound at I-69 Southwest Freeway
  • 9:00 p.m. - 5:00 a.m. Saturday - Monday
  • Alternate route: Exit northbound I-69, U-turn at Weslayan

Westpark Tollway exit closure:

  • Eastbound exit ramp to Westpark Dr. / Post Oak Blvd.
  • All weekend
  • Alternate route: Exit Chimney Rock

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