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Traffic at near standstill at I-20 & I-45 due to repairs: Dallas County Sheriff's Office

By Doug Myers

Updated on: May 21, 2024 / 5:29 PM CDT / CBS Texas

CBS News Texas

DALLAS – Traffic is backed up for motorists at I-20 and I-45, according to the Dallas County Sheriff's Office.

The backups are due to highway repairs at I-45 and Dowdy Ferry Road, authorities said. Several minor accidents have been reported.

Major Traffic Alert: Dallas County Sheriff's Office Traffic Deputies advise that E/B I-20 and S/B I-45 are almost at a standstill. There is major traffic congestion due to highway repairs at I-45 and Dowdy Ferry Rd. This is causing traffic back-ups and several minor accidents. pic.twitter.com/Rkh238JBrK
— Dallas Sheriff’s Office (@Dallas_Sheriff) May 21, 2024

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Doug Myers

Doug Myers is a digital content producer for CBS Texas. A longtime journalist, Doug has worked for four newspapers in Texas and Louisiana and for three television stations in Texas. He has also spent time as a digital content manager for a national trade association and as communications director for a state agency.