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Lanes back open after 18-wheeler hits I-35 bridge in downtown Austin
Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Julianna Russ , as published by KXAN Local
· October 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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A collision involving an 18-wheeler and a bridge caused lane closures on southbound Interstate 35. The incident occurred at the intersection with 12th Street. Multiple lanes were closed as a result…
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Key takeaway The incident occurred at the intersection with 12th Street.
A collision involving an 18-wheeler and a bridge caused lane closures on southbound Interstate 35. The incident occurred at the intersection with 12th Street. Multiple lanes were closed as a result of the crash.
The lanes have since reopened. Details of the incident are limited, but it is known that the 18-wheeler struck the bridge, leading to the closure of multiple southbound lanes on Friday. For more information on the incident, further details are available from the source.
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Category: Local ·
Published: October 2, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN Local ·
Reading time: 1 min
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